Earthquake hits Puerto Rico

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On Monday, an early-morning earthquake struck Puerto Rico.

The U.S. Geological Survey said Puerto Rico was hit with a 5.8 magnitude earthquake.

The earthquake was centered about 8 miles south of Indios, Puerto Rico.

The depth of the earthquake was about 3.7 miles below ground.

At least two houses collapsed in Guanica, a town in Puerto Rico.

Officials say one of the homes abandoned.

It is not immediately clear whether the quake caused any significant injuries or other significant damages.

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