SANTO DOMINGO —The U.S. Geological Survey reported a “minor magnitude” earthquake was recorded in the Dominican Republic late this morning.
The jolt happened near El Valle, Provincia de Hato Mayor, Dominican Republic 11:16 a.m. today, — about one hour and 35 minutes ago, according to the USGS.
A minor magnitude 3.4 earthquake also hit in the Caribbean Sea, about 39 miles west of Marigot, St. Martin, on Wednesday, at 1:28 a.m.