A series of earthquakes, including a 5.1-magnitude tremor in Morocco on February 10, were documented by the USGS. The earthquake in Chefchaouen was preceded by a 5.9-magnitude event in Vanuatu and a 7.6-magnitude quake in the Cayman Islands. Additionally, recent seismic activity was reported in California and Alaska, prompting a temporary tsunami warning on the Mexican coastline.
On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake’s epicenter was located in Chefchaouen, at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). Notably, around 420 individuals reported feeling the tremor during this time.
This seismic event in Morocco followed a 5.9-magnitude earthquake that occurred in Vanuatu earlier the same day. The Vanuatu earthquake was centered in Port-Vila and registered a depth of 18 kilometers (approximately 11.9 miles). In addition, this incident was preceded by a 7.6-magnitude earthquake in the Cayman Islands on February 8.
On February 8, a significant earthquake—measuring 7.6 on the Richter scale—was recorded in George Town, Cayman Islands, at a depth of 10 kilometers (about 6.2 miles). Following this, a tsunami warning was briefly issued along the Mexican coast but was lifted within two hours, according to the USGS.
The National Weather Service Warning Center reassured the public stating, “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.”
Earlier in the week, California experienced a 3.4-magnitude earthquake centered in Petrolia on February 7, along with a preceding 2.9-magnitude quake recorded in the same region on February 6. Additionally, a 4.3-magnitude earthquake occurred in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (approximately 3.4 miles).
In summary, several significant earthquakes have recently been reported across multiple regions, including Morocco, Vanuatu, the Cayman Islands, California, and Alaska. The seismic activities prompted temporary tsunami warnings and numerous reports of felt earthquakes, indicating heightened seismic activity. The authorities continue to monitor these events and provide updates on their effects.
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