Recent Seismic Activity: 5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Morocco

A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco on February 10, with its epicenter in Chefchaouen. This followed a 5.9-magnitude quake in Vanuatu and a 7.6-magnitude earthquake in the Cayman Islands earlier. A tsunami warning was issued along the Mexican coast but was lifted soon after. Several small earthquakes were also reported in California and Alaska leading up to these events.

On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake was recorded in 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). During the publication, the USGS noted that it had received 420 reports indicating that individuals had felt the tremor.

The Moroccan earthquake occurred shortly after a 5.9-magnitude quake in Vanuatu on the same day. According to the USGS, this earthquake was centered in Port-Vila and measured a depth of 18 kilometers (about 11.9 miles). It was noted that Vanuatu’s earthquake followed a 7.6-magnitude earthquake in the Cayman Islands that happened two days earlier, on February 8, with its epicenter in George Town at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles).

A tsunami warning was briefly issued for the Mexican coastline following the Cayman Islands earthquake but was rescinded after two hours. The National Weather Service Warning Center provided an update 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.”

Notably, preceding the significant earthquakes in February, several smaller quakes were reported in California and Alaska. A 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred in Petrolia, California on February 7, followed by a 2.9-magnitude earthquake the previous day. On February 5, a 4.3-magnitude earthquake was reported in Sustina, Alaska. These recent seismic activities illustrate a heightened period of geological movements across various locations.

In summary, a series of earthquakes occurred recently, notably including a 5.1-magnitude quake in Morocco and others in Vanuatu and the Cayman Islands. The USGS has been vigilant in tracking these events and managing public safety through tsunami warnings. The recent seismic activities highlight the need for ongoing monitoring and preparedness in earthquake-prone regions.

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