A 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck the Caribbean near the Cayman Islands on Saturday evening, prompting a temporary tsunami advisory for nearby regions. Occurring at 6:23 p.m. EST, the tremor’s epicenter was located about 130 miles southwest, with no injuries or significant damage reported subsequent to the event.
On Saturday evening, a significant earthquake with a magnitude of 7.6 struck the Caribbean, near the Cayman Islands. The tremor occurred around 6:23 p.m. EST, about 130 miles southwest of the islands, and was positioned roughly midway between the Cayman Islands and Honduras. The epicenter was approximately 125 miles south-southwest of George Town at a depth of 6 miles, leading to a temporary tsunami advisory for nearby islands and regions.
Earthquakes are natural seismic disturbances resulting from tectonic movements beneath the Earth’s surface. This particular event serves as a reminder of the seismic activity prevalent in the Caribbean region, which is susceptible to tectonic shifts due to the complex interactions between various tectonic plates. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) continuously monitors such seismic occurrences to inform the public and authorities regarding potential tsunami threats and other related risks.
The earthquake’s aftermath saw no reported injuries or significant damages in the affected areas, marking a fortunate outcome despite the initial tsunami advisory that impacted Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands temporarily. Such seismic events highlight the importance of preparedness and prompt response protocols in enhancing community resilience against natural disasters.
Original Source: www.accuweather.com
