January 8, 2009 Strong earthquake shakes Costa Rica

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) - A strong earthquake has shaken the Costa Rican capital of San Jose, sending frightened residents running into streets.

There have been no reports of injuries or damages in the minutes following the earthquake.

The U.S. Geological Survey says the 6.2 magnitude quake was centered 22 miles (35 kilometers) northwest of San Jose early Thursday afternoon.

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