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3.9 magnitude earthquake felt in sections of Jamaica
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March 9, 2026

3.9 magnitude earthquake felt in sections of Jamaica

KINGSTON, Jamaica — An earthquake was felt across sections of Jamaica on Monday morning.

According to the Earthquake Unit at the University of the West Indies, the 3.9 magnitude quake was felt about 6:50 am.

The epicentre was located approximately seven kilometres north of Bull Bay.

It had a focal depth of 20 kilometres.

The tremor was reportedly felt in Kingston and St Andrew.

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