Recent Earthquake Activity: 5.1-Magnitude in Morocco and Global Seismic Events

A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco on February 10, with reports of tremors felt by 420 individuals. This event followed a 5.9-magnitude quake in Vanuatu and a 7.6-magnitude quake in the Cayman Islands. Tsunami warnings were issued but later lifted, and several smaller earthquakes preceded these larger events.

On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, with its epicenter located in Chefchaouen at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). The United States Geological Survey (USGS) registered 420 reports from individuals who felt the tremor at the time of reporting. This event unfolded shortly after a 5.9-magnitude earthquake occurred in Vanuatu, which was centered in Port-Vila and registered at a depth of 18 kilometers (about 11.9 miles).

In earlier seismic activity, a 7.6-magnitude earthquake was reported in the Cayman Islands on February 8. The quake was centered in George Town, also at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). It is worth noting that prior to this, a tsunami warning was issued for the Mexican coastline but was retracted two hours later by the USGS.

The USGS provided a notable update: “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.”

Additionally, the seismic activity was preceded by a series of smaller earthquakes, including a 3.4-magnitude quake in California, centered in Petrolia at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles) on February 7, and a 2.9-magnitude quake in the same location on February 6. Furthermore, a 4.3-magnitude earthquake was documented in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (about 3.4 miles).

In summary, multiple significant earthquakes have occurred recently in various global locations, including Morocco, Vanuatu, the Cayman Islands, and California, prompting temporary tsunami warnings in some areas. Continuous monitoring and timely updates from the USGS and National Weather Service are vital for public safety and preparedness in the wake of such natural disasters.

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