5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Morocco Amid Series of Global Seismic Events
A 5.1-magnitude earthquake was reported in Morocco on February 10, shortly after a 5.9-magnitude quake in Vanuatu. This seismic activity followed a series of earthquakes including a 7.6-magnitude tremor in the Cayman Islands. The National Weather Service lifted a tsunami warning for the Mexican coastline, noting that the threat had passed.
On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in Morocco. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake’s epicenter was located in Chefchaouen, at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). At the time of the report, the USGS had received 420 accounts from individuals who felt the seismic tremors.
This event in Morocco followed shortly after a 5.9-magnitude earthquake hit Vanuatu on the same day. The earthquake in Vanuatu was centered in Port-Vila at a depth of 18 kilometers (about 11.9 miles). Additionally, a more powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck the Cayman Islands on February 8, which was situated in George Town and occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles).
Earlier, the National Weather Service lifted a tsunami warning that was issued along the Mexican coastline. They stated, “With the latest modeling and information, the tsunami threat has passed. There are no alerts posted for the United States or International Partners. Unusual currents may be noticed in some areas. Exercise normal caution,” as noted in their X account.
Prior to the Cayman Islands earthquake, California experienced a 3.4-magnitude tremor in Petrolia on February 7, with the quake occurring at a depth of 10 kilometers (about 6.2 miles). Notably, a smaller 2.9-magnitude earthquake was reported in Petrolia on February 6. This sequence of seismic activity continued with a 4.3-magnitude earthquake in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (approximately 3.4 miles).
The recent seismic activities highlight significant earthquakes reported globally, particularly on February 10, with a notable 5.1-magnitude quake in Morocco. The interconnected nature of these events has raised awareness regarding earthquake preparedness and response strategies. Furthermore, the lifting of the tsunami warning signifies a positive outcome for affected coastal regions, allowing residents to resume normal activities with caution.
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