A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco on February 10, while significant seismic activities were also reported in Vanuatu and the Cayman Islands. A tsunami warning for Mexico was issued but swiftly lifted. The USGS details a series of prior earthquakes in California and Alaska, indicating ongoing geological disturbances.
A seismic event measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale was recorded in Morocco on Monday, February 10, as reported by the United States Geological Survey. The epicenter was located in Chefchaouen at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles), with the USGS receiving 420 reports from individuals who felt the tremor at the time of publication.
This earthquake in Morocco followed closely after a 5.9-magnitude quake that occurred in Vanuatu on the same day. The Vanuatu earthquake was centered in Port-Vila, registering at a depth of 18 kilometers (around 11.9 miles).
Additionally, just two days prior, a strong 7.6-magnitude earthquake was recorded in the Cayman Islands on Saturday, February 8. This quake was centered in George Town at a depth of 10 kilometers (about 6.2 miles). A tsunami warning for the Mexican coastline was briefly issued but was lifted within two hours.
According to the National Weather Service Warning Center, the tsunami threat had subsequently passed, indicating that “with the latest modeling and information, the tsunami threat has passed. There are no alerts posted for the United States or International Partners. Unusual currents may be noticed in some areas. Exercise normal caution.”
In addition to these events, on Friday, February 7, a 3.4-magnitude earthquake was detected in California, specifically in Petrolia, also at a depth of 10 kilometers (about 6.2 miles). This quake was preceded by a smaller 2.9-magnitude event in Petrolia on February 6, at a depth of 4.4 kilometers (approximately 2.7 miles).
Finally, the sequence of seismic activities commenced with a 4.3-magnitude earthquake in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (about 3.4 miles), showcasing a concerning pattern of geological instability in multiple regions.
This report outlines a series of significant earthquakes occurring in various locations including Morocco, Vanuatu, the Cayman Islands, California, and Alaska. Each event has implications for local safety measures and international monitoring of seismic activities. Despite a temporary tsunami threat in Mexico, experts have confirmed that the situation is currently stable with no ongoing dangers.
Original Source: wgci.iheart.com
