A 5.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in Morocco on February 10, impacting Chefchaouen at a depth of 10 kilometers. This followed a notable seismic sequence, including a 5.9-magnitude quake in Vanuatu and a 7.6-magnitude tremor in the Cayman Islands. A tsunami warning was briefly issued along the Mexican coast but was lifted shortly thereafter. Other recent earthquakes were reported in California and Alaska.
On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, 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 reporting, the USGS had received 420 notifications from individuals who felt the quake.
This incident occurred shortly after a 5.9-magnitude earthquake in Vanuatu, also on February 10. The quake centered around Port-Vila and reached a depth of 18 kilometers (about 11.9 miles). Prior to this, a significant 7.6-magnitude earthquake had been registered in the Cayman Islands on February 8, near George Town, at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles).
Following the Cayman Islands tremor, a tsunami warning was initially issued for the Mexican coastline; however, it was lifted two hours thereafter. 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 tsunami threat has passed. Unusual currents may be noticed in some areas. Exercise normal caution.”
Earlier in the week, seismic activity continued with a 3.4-magnitude quake in California on February 7, centered in Petrolia at a depth of 10 kilometers. This followed a smaller quake of 2.9-magnitude that was recorded in the same area on February 6 at a depth of 4.4 kilometers (around 2.7 miles). Additionally, a 4.3-magnitude earthquake had been noted in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (approximately 3.4 miles).
In summary, a series of significant earthquakes has occurred recently in various locations, including a 5.1-magnitude quake in Morocco, as well as notable tremors in Vanuatu, the Cayman Islands, California, and Alaska. While seismic activity remains a common occurrence, the response to potential tsunami threats, as highlighted by the National Weather Service, indicates a proactive approach to public safety. Overall, these events underscore the importance of geological monitoring and preparedness.
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