Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake Hits Off Costa Rica's Pacific Coast

The earthquake struck near the border with Nicaragua but caused no serious damage.

The U.S. Geological Survey reported the epicenter was about 40 miles northwest of Tamarindo.
The quake was felt in both Costa Rica and Nicaragua, near the Pacific coast.
It occurred at a depth of approximately 12 miles beneath the ocean surface.
Authorities have not reported any significant structural damage or casualties.
Residents in the affected areas experienced shaking but no major disruptions.