A 6.7-MAGNITUDE earthquake struck off the western coast of Nicaragua today, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said, but no tsunami threat was reported.

The quake hit at 1.42am at a depth of 25.3km, with the epicentre located about 61.2km from the coastline, according to USGS data.

There were no immediate reports of damage, Nicaraguan Vice President Rosario Murillo told official media.

The US Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reported no threat, and the USGS said there was a low likelihood of casualties and damage.

Residents told local broadcaster La Nueva Radio Ya that strong tremors were felt in the capital Managua. – AFP, April 21, 2022.