Rumbling Alert: 5.9 Earthquake Jolts Cuba

A 5.9 magnitude earthquake hit Cuba on Monday, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. The seismic activity occurred at a depth of 25 kilometers beneath the Earth's surface.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 23-12-2024 12:04 IST | Created: 23-12-2024 11:40 IST
Rumbling Alert: 5.9 Earthquake Jolts Cuba
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An earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale shook Cuba on Monday, as reported by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).

The tremor, recorded at a depth of 25 kilometers, created significant concern amongst the island's inhabitants.

Such seismic events highlight the region's vulnerability and the importance of ongoing preparedness efforts.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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