On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in Morocco, following significant quakes in Vanuatu and the Cayman Islands. The US Geological Survey reported multiple seismic events, with the National Weather Service confirming no current tsunami threats. Seismic activity remains a concern, warranting ongoing monitoring.
On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, with its epicenter located in Chefchaouen at a depth of approximately 10 kilometers, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). At the time of the report, USGS documented 420 instances of individuals who felt the tremor. This event occurred shortly after a separate 5.9-magnitude quake was registered in Vanuatu, similarly reported by the USGS. The Vanuatu earthquake had its epicenter in Port-Vila at a depth of 18 kilometers.
This latest seismic activity in Morocco followed a stronger 7.6-magnitude earthquake that occurred in the Cayman Islands on February 8, with its focus in George Town at a similar depth of 10 kilometers. Prior to these occurrences, a 3.4-magnitude earthquake was recorded in California, specifically in Petrolia, on February 7, also at a depth of 10 kilometers. A sequence of tremors was noted in the same area, including a minor 2.9-magnitude on February 6, followed by a 4.3-magnitude quake in Alaska a day earlier.
“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,” stated the National Weather Service Warning Center. Following a tsunami warning issued for the Mexican coastline, it was subsequently lifted two hours later. This was a part of the ongoing assessment of the recent seismic activities in the region.
The recent seismic events highlight a series of significant earthquakes around the globe, including a 5.1-magnitude quake in Morocco, a 5.9-magnitude quake in Vanuatu, and a 7.6-magnitude quake in the Cayman Islands. The National Weather Service has assured that there is no ongoing tsunami threat in conjunction with these seismic events. Monitoring for aftershocks continues, while previous tremors in California and Alaska provide context to the heightening seismic activity.
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