A moderate seismic event registering 4.6 magnitude rattled sections of Jamaica on Sunday morning, causing brief alarm among residents. The tremor occurred at approximately 8:34 a.m. local time, according to official reports from the Earthquake Unit at the University of the West Indies.
The quake’s epicenter was precisely located approximately 10 kilometers northeast of Stony Hill, St Andrew, placing it in close proximity to the nation’s capital and most densely populated region. Seismologists reported the event originated at a focal depth of 16 kilometers, classifying it as a shallow crustal earthquake.
While preliminary assessments indicate no immediate reports of significant damage or injuries, the tremor served as a stark reminder of Jamaica’s position within an active seismic zone. The earthquake unit continues to monitor aftershock potential and has urged citizens to maintain earthquake preparedness protocols. The event triggered brief emergency response evaluations across affected parishes, with infrastructure assessments underway in urban centers.