Seismic-like event, possible earthquake, reported few minutes ago near Jaco, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
Unconfirmed quake or seismic-like event reported: 1.6 km southeast of Jaco, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica, 5 minutes ago

We are receiving unverified early reports of ground shaking possibly caused by seismic activity in or near Jaco, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica on 16 May 2026 (GMT) at approximately 10:35 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 16, 2026 04:35 am (GMT -6) local time (16 May 2026 10:35 GMT)
Magnitude: unspecified
Depth: unspecified
Epicenter latitude / longitude: 9.61°N / 84.62°W (Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica)
Primary data source: VolcanoDiscovery
https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquake/news/302595/Seismic-like-event-possible-earthquake-reported-few-minutes-ago-near-Jaco-Puntarenas-Province-Costa-.html