The National Center for Seismological Research (CENAIS) has recently confirmed an earthquake felt in the eastern region of Cuba. This confirmation was made through an official bulletin and social media posts by its director, Enrique Diego Arango Arias.
The earthquake, detected by the National Seismological Service's network of stations, occurred at 11:51 a.m. local time. It registered a magnitude of 3.7 on the Richter scale and was pinpointed at coordinates 19.78° north latitude and -75.37° west longitude. The quake struck at a depth of 23 kilometers, approximately 29 kilometers southwest of Caimanera, within the Niceto Pérez municipality in Guantánamo province.
According to the technical report, the tremor was felt in Santiago de Cuba as well as in areas like San Luis, Songo-La Maya, and several other localities in the province. Caimanera and Niceto Pérez in Guantánamo also reported feeling the earthquake.
At this time, there are no reports of damage to property or harm to people. This marks the eighth noticeable earthquake in Cuba for the year 2025.
FAQs About Recent Earthquake in Eastern Cuba
Where was the earthquake in Cuba centered?
The earthquake was centered approximately 29 kilometers southwest of Caimanera, in the Niceto Pérez municipality of Guantánamo province.
How strong was the earthquake in Eastern Cuba?
The earthquake registered a magnitude of 3.7 on the Richter scale.
Were there any damages reported from the earthquake?
As of now, there have been no reports of material or human damage due to the earthquake.
How many perceptible earthquakes has Cuba experienced in 2025?
This is the eighth perceptible earthquake that has occurred in Cuba in the year 2025.