On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in Morocco, followed by a series of notable seismic events including a 5.9-magnitude earthquake in Vanuatu and a 7.6-magnitude quake in the Cayman Islands. A tsunami warning was issued but later lifted. Overall, various regions experienced significant seismic activity recently.
On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake had its epicenter in Chefchaouen, occurring at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). At the time of the report, the USGS noted that 420 individuals had reported feeling the quake.
This seismic event in Morocco followed a 5.9-magnitude earthquake in Vanuatu earlier that same day, which occurred with its epicenter in Port-Vila at a depth of 18 kilometers (about 11.9 miles). Furthermore, the Vanuatu earthquake took place just hours after a more significant 7.6-magnitude earthquake was reported in the Cayman Islands on February 8, centered in George Town at a depth of 10 kilometers.
A tsunami warning was issued for the Mexican coastline shortly after the Cayman Islands earthquake, but this alert was lifted two hours later. The National Weather Service Warning Center stated, “With the latest modeling and information, the tsunami threat has passed. There are no alerts posted for the United States or International Partners. The tsunami threat has passed. Unusual currents may be noticed in some areas. Exercise normal caution.”
Prior to the earthquake in the Cayman Islands, California experienced a 3.4-magnitude earthquake on February 7, with its epicenter in Petrolia, located at a depth of 10 kilometers. Additionally, on February 6, a smaller earthquake of 2.9-magnitude was recorded in the same region, concentrated at a depth of 4.4 kilometers (approximately 2.7 miles).
The seismic activity in Petrolia followed a 4.3-magnitude earthquake in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (about 3.4 miles). These events highlight a series of significant seismic occurrences in various regions over a short time frame, prompting ongoing monitoring by relevant authorities.
In conclusion, multiple significant earthquakes were reported over consecutive days across different regions including Morocco, Vanuatu, the Cayman Islands, California, and Alaska. The recent 5.1-magnitude earthquake in Morocco followed other notable seismic events, yet no substantial tsunami threats remain. Monitoring by the USGS and relevant agencies continues to ensure public safety during these seismic activities.
Original Source: wgci.iheart.com
