Magnitude 4.6 earthquake recorded near Stony Hill, St Andrew, on March 1, 2026.
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A light earthquake measuring magnitude 4.6 was felt in Jamaica at approximately 8:34 am on Sunday, March 1, 2026, according to the Earthquake Unit at The University of the West Indies, Mona.
The Earthquake Unit said the epicentre was located about 10 kilometres northeast of Stony Hill, St Andrew, at a depth of 16 kilometres.
The tremor was reportedly felt in Kingston and St Andrew, St Catherine, Portland, St Ann and St Elizabeth.
At the time of reporting, there were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries.
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