Seismic-like event, possible earthquake, reported few minutes ago near Orotina, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica
Unconfirmed quake or seismic-like event reported: Provincia de Alajuela, 51 km southwest of San Jose, Costa Rica, 3 minutes ago

We are receiving unverified early reports of ground shaking possibly caused by seismic activity in or near Orotina, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica on 15 May 2026 (GMT) at approximately 02:52 GMT.
There are no details yet on the magnitude or depth of this possible quake. If confirmed, we can expect more accurate data to emerge in the next few minutes. The location, magnitude and time mentioned are indicative, based on our best-fit seismic model. They are temporary until our AllQuakes monitoring service receives more exact scientific data from a national or international seismological agency. Check back here shortly and stay safe.


Earthquake data:
Date & time: May 14, 2026 08:52 pm (GMT -6) local time (15 May 2026 02:52 GMT)
Magnitude: unspecified
Depth: unspecified
Epicenter latitude / longitude: 9.71°N / 84.49°W (Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica)
Primary data source: VolcanoDiscovery
https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquake/news/302416/Seismic-like-event-possible-earthquake-reported-few-minutes-ago-near-Orotina-Alajuela-Province-Costa.html