On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake was reported in Morocco, centered in Chefchaouen. It was preceded by significant earthquakes in Vanuatu and the Cayman Islands. A tsunami warning for the Mexican coastline was issued and later lifted, with ongoing seismic activity noted in California and Alaska.
A 5.1-magnitude earthquake was detected in Morocco on February 10, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The epicenter was located in Chefchaouen, at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). At the time of publishing, the USGS had received 420 reports from individuals who felt the tremor.
On the same day, a 5.9-magnitude earthquake occurred in Vanuatu, with its epicenter situated in Port-Vila, at a depth of 18 kilometers (around 11.9 miles). This seismic event followed a more significant 7.6-magnitude earthquake in the Cayman Islands on February 8, which was centered in George Town, also at a depth of 10 kilometers.
A tsunami warning had initially been issued along the Mexican coast due to these seismic activities, although this warning was retracted two hours later. According to the National Weather Service Warning Center, “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.”
The Cayman Islands earthquake was preceded by a 3.4-magnitude tremor in California on February 7, centered in Petrolia at a depth of 10 kilometers. Additionally, this was following a 2.9-magnitude earthquake reported in the same area of Petrolia on February 6, which occurred at a depth of 4.4 kilometers (around 2.7 miles).
The Petrolia earthquake chain was traced back to a 4.3-magnitude event in Alaska on February 5, with its epicenter in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (approximately 3.4 miles). These consecutive events highlight the ongoing seismic activity occurring across various regions.
In summary, a significant 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, alongside notable seismic events in Vanuatu and the Cayman Islands within a short timeframe. The situation prompted a temporary tsunami warning along the Mexican coast, which was subsequently lifted. Reports indicate an increase in seismic activity in regions such as California and Alaska, underscoring the need for awareness and preparedness in seismic regions.
Original Source: wgci.iheart.com
