On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, following a series of seismic events including quakes in Vanuatu and the Cayman Islands. A tsunami warning was briefly issued for Mexico but was lifted soon after. The USGS reported multiple earthquakes occurring in rapid succession over several days across various locations, necessitating close monitoring and public safety announcements.
On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in Morocco, specifically centered in Chefchaouen at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles), as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). At the time of reporting, the USGS had received around 420 accounts from individuals who felt the tremors.
This incident in Morocco followed closely after a 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu on the same day, originating from Port-Vila at a depth of 18 kilometers (around 11.9 miles). The seismic activity in Vanuatu was part of a series of tremors that included a significant 7.6-magnitude earthquake occurring in the Cayman Islands on February 8, centered in George Town, which also had a depth of 10 kilometers.
In relation to the Cayman Islands earthquake, reports indicate that it occurred shortly after a 3.4-magnitude earthquake was recorded in California on February 7, with the epicenter located in Petrolia and a similar depth of 10 kilometers. This particular earthquake in California came after a 2.9-magnitude quake reported in Petrolia on February 6, with a depth of 4.4 kilometers (approximately 2.7 miles). Furthermore, the sequence of quakes can be traced back to a 4.3-magnitude earthquake in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (approximately 3.4 miles).
Following the earthquake in the Cayman Islands, a tsunami warning was initially issued along the Mexican coast but was subsequently lifted within two hours. The National Weather Service Warning Center provided an update stating that “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.”
In summary, a series of significant earthquakes have affected various regions, including Morocco, Vanuatu, the Cayman Islands, California, and Alaska over a span of several days. These events have been monitored by the USGS, with subsequent safety advisories issued where necessary. Notably, the tsunami threat following the Cayman Islands quake has been cleared, emphasizing a coordinated response effort by weather agencies. Yielding insights into the seismic activity, it highlights the importance of preparedness and response in earthquake-prone areas.
Original Source: www.klvi.com
