Recent Earthquake Activity: Morocco, Vanuatu, and Beyond
A 5.1-magnitude earthquake hit Morocco on February 10, with 420 reports of tremors. This occurred after a 5.9-magnitude earthquake in Vanuatu and a 7.6-magnitude quake in the Cayman Islands earlier in the week. A tsunami warning was briefly issued for Mexico but has since been lifted.
On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake was recorded in Morocco, with its epicenter located in Chefchaouen at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). The United States Geological Survey (USGS) indicated that it received 420 reports from individuals who experienced the tremor during its occurrence.
The Morocco earthquake followed a 5.9-magnitude tremor in Vanuatu on the same day, also reported by the USGS. This earthquake was centered in Port-Vila and occurred at a depth of 18 kilometers (around 11.9 miles).
Prior to these incidents, a significant 7.6-magnitude earthquake took place in the Cayman Islands on February 8, with its center located in George Town at a depth of 10 kilometers (about 6.2 miles). This event prompted a tsunami warning along the Mexican coastline, which was subsequently lifted two hours later, as stated by the USGS.
The National Weather Service Warning Center reported, “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.” This reinforces the safety of residents in affected locations.
Earlier seismic activity included a 3.4-magnitude earthquake in California on February 7, centered in Petrolia, which occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). This event followed a 2.9-magnitude earthquake in Petrolia on February 6, occurring at a shallower depth of 4.4 kilometers (about 2.7 miles).
Moreover, a 4.3-magnitude earthquake occurred in Alaska on February 5, with its epicenter in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (approximately 3.4 miles) before the mentioned seismic events in California.
In summary, a series of significant earthquakes have recently struck various regions, notably a 5.1-magnitude earthquake in Morocco. The USGS monitored a chain of seismic events across the globe, including the Vanuatu and Cayman Islands earthquakes. Authorities provided reassurances about tsunami threats and public safety, while also indicating ongoing seismic activity in the United States.
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