The University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre (UWI SRC) reported an earthquake near Trinidad and Tobago this evening.
The preliminary automatic location recorded the earthquake at 7:50 pm local time (23:50 UTC) on 24 October 2025. The tremor registered a magnitude of 5.0 and occurred at a depth of 44 kilometres.
The epicentre was calculated at 10.82°N latitude and 61.80°W longitude, approximately 36 kilometres northwest of Port of Spain, 61 kilometres west-northwest of Arima, and 73 kilometres northwest of San Fernando.
The SRC noted that this initial location was determined automatically by computer algorithms and is subject to revision after further analysis by its seismologists.
No immediate reports of damage or injuries have been confirmed. Authorities and residents are reminded to stay alert to any official updates from the SRC or the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Management.
