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Minor earthquake felt in sections of Jamaica
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January 30, 2026

Minor earthquake felt in sections of Jamaica

CLARENDON, Jamaica — A minor earthquake was felt in Clarendon, Mandeville and St Elizabeth on Friday.

According to the Earthquake Unit at the University of the West Indies, the 3.2 magnitude quake was felt at about 5:41 pm.

The epicentre was located near Beckford Kraal, Clarendon.

It had a focal depth of 19 kilometres.

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