Eastern Cuba is under alert with 1,799 aftershocks recorded following recent earthquakes. Notably, these tremors include significant quakes measuring 6.0 and 6.7 in magnitude. Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and be prepared with essential emergency supplies. Despite the current situation, there is no tsunami risk.
The eastern region of Cuba remains under heightened alert following the occurrence of 1,799 aftershocks detected by the National Seismological Service subsequent to significant earthquakes that transpired on Sunday morning. The National Center for Seismological Research (CENAIS) reported that within the 48-hour timeframe from 6:00 AM Monday to 5:59 AM Tuesday, numerous tremors were recorded, including two notable earthquakes measuring 6.0 and 6.7 in magnitude, which have inflicted considerable damage. In the past 24 hours alone, there were 914 tremors, each measuring between 0.5 and 4.0, predominantly localized in the Pilón-Chivirico area of Granma province. Beatriz Johnson Urrutia, First Secretary of the Party in Santiago de Cuba, shared through her Facebook account that out of the 1,799 tremors, 63 were potentially perceptible to residents, emphasizing the necessity for the population to stay vigilant regarding seismic activity. “We ask the people of Santiago to stay informed about what needs to be done before, during, and after an earthquake,” she stated. According to Enrique Diego Arango Arias, who directs the national seismological service, the unpredictability of short-term seismic phenomena necessitates strict adherence to preparedness guidelines established by Civil Defense authorities in anticipation of moderate and high-intensity earthquakes in affected regions. In concordance with Beatriz Johnson’s recommendations, Governor Manuel Falcón Hernández urged citizens to prepare emergency bags containing essential items such as identification documents, food, medications, a blanket, and house keys. He also reassured the public that there is no risk of a tsunami.
On Sunday morning, eastern Cuba experienced significant seismic activity leading to a series of aftershocks that alarmed residents and prompted the National Seismological Service to issue alerts. The ensuing 1,799 aftershocks highlight the ongoing seismic instability in the region. This situation necessitates the government’s guidance on preparedness in the event of future earthquakes, aimed at ensuring the safety and well-being of the populace amid heightened seismic activity.
In conclusion, the eastern region of Cuba is currently on alert due to an unprecedented sequence of aftershocks following powerful earthquakes over the weekend. Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and prepared for potential further seismic activity. Municipal leaders have emphasized the importance of being equipped with emergency supplies and knowledge of safety protocols to mitigate risks during such natural disasters.
Original Source: en.cibercuba.com
