Dr. Enrique Arango Arias, head of the National Seismological Service of Cuba, confirmed on Monday that a magnitude 3.9 earthquake was recorded in the eastern part of the country during the morning hours.
In a post on social media, Arango detailed that the earthquake, measuring 3.9 in magnitude, occurred off the bay of Santiago de Cuba and was felt throughout the city.
He later added that the earthquake was recorded at 11:44 a.m. this Monday.
On the website of the National Center for Seismological Research (CENAIS), it was reported that the earthquake had a magnitude of 3.4 on the Richter scale, with its epicenter located 6 kilometers south of the city of Santiago de Cuba.
The tenth event of the year occurred at 11:44 a.m. (local time) this Monday, at a depth of 11 kilometers, at a latitude of 19.954 and longitude of -75.841.
Aris Arias Batalla, head of Operations and Relief for the Red Cross in Santiago de Cuba, reported on his Facebook profile that the earthquake was felt in the city and urged the public to remain calm and wait for official information from CENAIS.
A few minutes after the seismological stations recorded the 3.9 magnitude tremor, social media was flooded with comments.
Some users claimed to have felt the tremor strongly, while others stated they did not notice it.
In its daily seismic report, CENAIS noted that between 6:00 a.m. on May 25 and 5:59 a.m. on May 26, 2025, six earthquakes were recorded in the national territory and its surroundings.
Five of these events occurred in the Pilón–Chivirico area, with magnitudes ranging from 0.8 to 2.2. The sixth earthquake was located in the Santiago–Baconao region and had a magnitude of 2.2.
A 3.1 magnitude earthquake on the Richter scale was felt on May 4 in Santiago de Cuba and Guantánamo. The earthquake had its epicenter "31 km southwest of the town of Caimanera, in the Niceto Pérez municipality of Guantánamo province," according to official information.
It was the perceptible earthquake number 9 of the year. Arango stated that the seismic activity in the eastern part of Cuba in the days prior is within normal parameters.
Two days prior, the network of stations from the National Seismological Service recorded an earthquake at 11:51 a.m. (local time), with a magnitude of 3.7. It was located at coordinates 19.78° north latitude and -75.37° west longitude, at a depth of 23 kilometers and 29 km southwest of Caimanera, in the municipality of Niceto Pérez, Guantánamo province.
Frequently Asked Questions about Earthquakes in Santiago de Cuba
What was the magnitude of the recent earthquake in Santiago de Cuba?
The earthquake recorded in Santiago de Cuba had a magnitude of 3.9 and occurred off the bay of the city, being felt throughout the region.
Is seismic activity common in Santiago de Cuba?
The eastern region of Cuba, including Santiago de Cuba, is the most seismically active part of the country. This is due to its proximity to the Oriente fault, one of the most active faults in the region. Historically, this area has been the scene of significant earthquakes.
What should the residents of Santiago de Cuba do after the earthquake?
The authorities have urged the population to remain calm and await official information from CENAIS. It is important to follow civil protection recommendations to ensure safety in the event of possible aftershocks.
What impact did the earthquake have in terms of material and human damage?
No material or human damage has been reported as a result of the earthquake in Santiago de Cuba. Authorities continue to monitor the situation.
What is the role of CENAIS in monitoring earthquakes in Cuba?
The National Center for Seismological Research (CENAIS) is responsible for monitoring seismic activity in Cuba, providing information and alerts to the population and authorities to ensure proper preparedness for seismic events.
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