22 Sep 2024 | 03:09 AM UTC
El Salvador: Magnitude-5.1 offshore earthquake occurs in North Pacific Ocean, south-southwest of La Libertad, at around 20:25 Sept. 21
Magnitude-5.1 offshore earthquake occurs south of La Libertad, El Salvador, at 20:25 Sept. 2. No initial reports of damage or casualties.
A magnitude-5.1 offshore earthquake occurred in the North Pacific Ocean at around 20:25 Sept. 21. The epicenter was about 35 km (22 miles) south-southwest of La Libertad, La Libertad Department. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 75 km (47 miles), and light shaking was probably felt in parts of La Libertad and San Salvador departments. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties; however, significant damage is unlikely. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Light aftershocks are likely over the coming days. The event has not prompted any tsunami advisories.
Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.
Out of an abundance of caution, consider vacating multistory buildings where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitor and plan for aftershocks.
