Cuba Earthquake Rattles at 6.6 Magnitude

A powerful earthquake of 6.6 magnitude struck the Cuba region on Sunday, as reported by the German Research Center for Geosciences. Initially measured at 5.8, the quake occurred at a depth of 10 km. Fortunately, no tsunami threat is anticipated, according to the U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 10-11-2024 22:50 IST | Created: 10-11-2024 22:50 IST
Cuba Earthquake Rattles at 6.6 Magnitude
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A significant earthquake, now arrived at a magnitude of 6.6, has shaken the Cuba region on Sunday, according to the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ). The seismic event, initially recorded at 5.8, took place at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles).

Despite the quake's strength, the U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center has confirmed that there is no tsunami threat expected, providing some relief to nearby coastal areas.

The earthquake's increase in magnitude underscores the dynamic and unpredictable nature of seismic activities, especially in geophysically active regions.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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