5.0-magnitude earthquake in the CNMI

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A 5.0-magnitude earthquake was felt in the southwestern part of the CNMI, specifically Tinian, yesterday evening but no injuries were reported.

According to a report from the CNMI Homeland Security Emergency Management Agency, the 5.0-magnitude earthquake occurred at 6:34pm yesterday some 32 kilometers south-southwest of San Jose Village on Tinian.

No tsunami warnings or advisories were issued by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center.

The last earthquake recorded for the CNMI was on Oct. 29, at around 10:11pm. A 4.6-magnitude earthquake occurred at 21.078°N 145.323°E in the Mariana Islands region.

Kimberly Bautista Esmores | Reporter
Kimberly Bautista Esmores has covered a wide range of news beats, including the community, housing, crime, and more. She now covers sports for the Saipan Tribune. Contact her at kimberly_bautista@saipantribune.com.

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