A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco on February 10, with significant events preceding it, including a 5.9-magnitude quake in Vanuatu and a 7.6-magnitude quake in the Cayman Islands. The earthquake activity prompted a brief tsunami warning along the Mexican coastline, which was later lifted without further threat. The USGS continues to monitor these seismic occurrences closely.
On February 10, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed a 5.1-magnitude earthquake in Morocco. The epicenter of the quake was located near Chefchaouen, approximately 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) deep. The USGS indicated it received around 420 reports from individuals who felt the tremor.
This event in Morocco occurred shortly after a 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu, also on February 10, with its epicenter in Port-Vila at a depth of 18 kilometers (11.9 miles). The timing of the two seismic events is noteworthy.
Prior to these occurrences, a significant 7.6-magnitude earthquake was reported in the Cayman Islands on February 8, with the earthquake centered in George Town at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles). Following the Cayman Islands quake, a tsunami warning was briefly issued for the Mexican coastline but was lifted two hours later.
The National Weather Service Warning Center advised, “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.”
The seismic activity continued as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred in Petrolia, California, on February 7, following a 2.9-magnitude quake in the same region a day earlier. The earlier quake was recorded at a depth of 4.4 kilometers (about 2.7 miles). Further back, a 4.3-magnitude earthquake was reported in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (about 3.4 miles).
The seismic events across various regions highlight significant geological activity in a short span of time. The earthquakes in Morocco, Vanuatu, the Cayman Islands, California, and Alaska underscore the dynamic nature of the Earth’s crust. Notably, the tsunami warning issued in Mexico was ultimately lifted, suggesting a close monitoring of post-earthquake conditions is crucial for public safety.
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