Major Earthquake Strikes Western Caribbean, Triggers Tsunami Alerts
A magnitude-7.6 earthquake struck the western Caribbean on February 8, 2025, approximately 130 miles south-southwest of George Town, Cayman Islands, at a depth of about 6 miles. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) initially reported the quake as an 8.0 but later revised it to 7.6. The temblor, occurring near the boundary of the North America and Caribbean tectonic plates, prompted tsunami alerts for several coastal regions, including the Cayman Islands, Jamaica, Cuba, Honduras, and others.
The National Weather Service (NWS) Tsunami Warning System confirmed small tsunami waves were detected, with potential waves of 1-3 meters above tide level along parts of Cuba’s coast and 0.3-1 meter for the Cayman Islands and Honduras. While many alerts were lifted shortly after, the Cayman Islands government initially urged coastal residents to move inland as a precaution. However, no significant damage or injuries were reported due to the earthquake’s offshore location.
The USGS noted that large earthquakes in this region are not uncommon, with 10 magnitude-6 or greater quakes recorded in the past century. The remote location of the quake limited its potential for significant damage. Authorities continue to monitor the situation, but no active tsunami warnings remain in effect.
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