Strongest earthquake in nearly 150 years hits off Cuba, shaking Mexico and Florida
A historically strong earthquake struck off Cuba’s northwest coast on Monday, according to official reports, shaking parts of Cuba, Mexico and Florida that are typically not prone to quakes. The US Geological Survey (USGS) measured the quake at a magnitude 6.1 at a shallow depth of 26km (16 miles) and its epicentre 104km west-northwest of Mantua, Cuba, about two to four hours by car from the capital Havana. Monday’s earthquake was unusual for this area of the Caribbean, s
A powerful 6.1 magnitude earthquake occurred off the northwest coast of Cuba on Monday, marking the region's most significant seismic event in nearly a century and a half. The tremor, which originated at a shallow depth of 16 miles, was felt across parts of Cuba, Mexico, and Florida. While the epicenter was located roughly 65 miles from Mantua, the shaking was widespread enough to cause alarm in areas not accustomed to frequent seismic activity. Experts have noted the unusual nature of the quake given the geological characteristics of that specific Caribbean zone. Authorities are currently assessing the impact of the event as residents in the affected regions report feeling the tremors.
The earthquake is significant due to its rare intensity and the unusually broad geographic reach of its impact across multiple international borders.
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