North Pacific Ocean: 6.8-magnitude earthquake strikes west of Nicaragua at around 01:42 CST April 21

Event

A magnitude-6.8 earthquake occurred in the North Pacific Ocean, west of Nicaragua, at 01:42 CST April 21. The epicenter was about 61 km (38 miles) west-southwest of Masachapa, Nicaragua. The temblor has not triggered a tsunami warning.

This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.

Advice

Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.

Out of an abundance of caution, consider moving away from low-lying coastal areas until local authorities determine that no local tsunami threat exists.