Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Earthquake in Jamaica

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KINGSTON, Jamaica – An earthquake occurred in eastern Jamaica last night about 8:44.
The Earthquake Unit at the University of the West Indies confirmed the quake as magnitude 3.4. It was felt in the Buff Bay area of Portland as well as sections of St Andrew including Liguanea and Bull Bay.
The focal point of the quake was 1.1km and the epicentre was located just south of Bull Bay, the Earthquake Unit said. (Observer)

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