On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in Morocco, followed by a series of notable seismic events worldwide, including a 5.9-magnitude quake in Vanuatu and a 7.6-magnitude quake in the Cayman Islands. A tsunami warning was also issued but was lifted shortly after. The pattern of earthquakes highlights significant tectonic activity in various regions recently.
On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake was centered in Chefchaouen at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles), with 420 reports of people feeling the tremor at the time of publication. Notably, this earthquake occurred shortly after a 5.9-magnitude quake was detected in Vanuatu on the same day.
The Vanuatu earthquake, centered in Port-Vila, occurred at a depth of 18 kilometers (about 11.9 miles). This seismic event followed a 7.6-magnitude earthquake in the Cayman Islands, reported on February 8. The Cayman Islands quake was centered in George Town at a depth of 10 kilometers, highlighting a series of significant seismic activities in recent days.
On February 10, prior to the Moroccan and Vanuatu earthquakes, a tsunami warning was briefly issued for the Mexican coastline. However, it was lifted two hours later by USGS officials, who reassured that the tsunami threat had passed. The National Weather Service Warning Center stated, “With the latest modeling and information, the tsunami threat has passed. There are no alerts posted for the United States or International Partners.”
The pattern of earthquakes continued with a 3.4-magnitude quake registered in Petrolia, California, on February 7. This followed a 2.9-magnitude earthquake also in Petrolia on February 6, indicating ongoing tectonic activity in the region. Additionally, a 4.3-magnitude earthquake was documented in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina, occurring at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (approximately 3.4 miles).
The recent seismic events underscore heightened geological activity in various regions, with notable earthquakes recorded in Morocco, Vanuatu, and the Cayman Islands. Additionally, the temporary tsunami warning along the Mexican coast reflects the potential risks associated with such activities. Continued monitoring and assessment by geological authorities are crucial to ensuring public safety during these occurrences.
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