5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Morocco Amid Global Seismic Activity

On February 10, 2025, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in Morocco, centered in Chefchaouen at a depth of 10 kilometers. This was part of a sequence of significant earthquakes, including a 5.9-magnitude quake in Vanuatu and a 7.6-magnitude quake in the Cayman Islands, which resulted in a temporary tsunami warning for Mexico. Reports indicated unusual currents but no tsunami threats remained.

On February 10, 2025, 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) reported that around 420 individuals felt the tremor at the time of publication.

This earthquake occurred shortly after a 5.9-magnitude quake was recorded in Vanuatu, also on February 10. The Vanuatu earthquake had its center in Port-Vila, occurring at a depth of 18 kilometers (approximately 11.9 miles).

Additionally, a 7.6-magnitude earthquake was reported in the Cayman Islands on February 8, with its epicenter in George Town and a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). Shortly before this, a tsunami warning was issued for Mexico’s coastline, which was subsequently lifted two hours later, according to the USGS.

“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,” stated the National Weather Service Warning Center via their X account.

In California, a notable 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred in Petrolia on February 7, 2025, at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles), following a previous 2.9-magnitude tremor in the same location on February 6. Prior to this, a 4.3-magnitude earthquake was reported in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (about 3.4 miles).

In summary, Morocco experienced a 5.1-magnitude earthquake on February 10, 2025, following significant seismic activity in Vanuatu and the Cayman Islands. While a tsunami warning affected Mexico, it was later rescinded. The earthquake sequence highlights ongoing seismic events across different regions, reinforcing the need for awareness of earthquake and tsunami safety protocols.

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