3.1 magnitude earthquake recorded near Bonao and triggers alerts on cell phones

Santo Domingo.– A 3.1 magnitude earthquake was recorded early this Thursday, around 5:34 in the morning, in the vicinity of the Bonao municipality, Monseñor Nouel province.

According to preliminary data, the seismic movement had its epicenter north-northwest of Bonao and occurred at a depth of more than 75 kilometers, which is why it was felt slightly in some communities in the area.

Following the event, numerous citizens reported on social media that they received seismic alert notifications on their mobile phones, a feature available on some Android devices that detects and warns about nearby seismic movements.

So far, authorities have not reported any material damage or people affected by the earthquake.

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The Dominican Republic is located in a region of high seismic activity due to the interaction between the Caribbean and North American tectonic plates, which is why authorities urge the population to stay informed through official channels and follow prevention recommendations for these types of phenomena.