Dominican Republic and Nicaragua cap week of powerful earthquakes

A major magnitude 5.2 earthquake shook western Nicaragua on Friday, concluding a tumultuous week of powerful quakes felt across the Dominican Republic and other parts of Latin America. This seismic activity highlights the region's vulnerability to natural disasters, stressing the need for improved disaster preparedness and response measures. With such frequent and intense earthquakes, understanding the underlying geological factors and developing better infrastructure to withstand these shocks becomes crucial for the safety and stability of affected communities.