5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Morocco as Seismic Activity Increases Worldwide
A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco on February 10, reported by the USGS, causing 420 residents to feel the tremor. This event followed a series of significant earthquakes throughout the week in Vanuatu, the Cayman Islands, California, and Alaska, highlighting a recent pattern of seismic activity.
On February 10, the United States Geological Survey reported a 5.1-magnitude earthquake in Morocco, centered in Chefchaouen at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). At the time of the report, the USGS had received 420 reports from residents who felt the tremor.
This earthquake followed shortly after a 5.9-magnitude quake occurred in Vanuatu, also on February 10, with its epicenter located in Port-Vila at a depth of 18 kilometers (about 11.9 miles).
Previously, a 7.6-magnitude earthquake hit the Cayman Islands on February 8, with its epicenter in George Town at a depth of 10 kilometers (around 6.2 miles). A tsunami warning was initially issued along the Mexican coastline in response to this event but was lifted after two hours by the USGS.
Following the Cayman Islands quake, a 3.4-magnitude earthquake was reported in California on February 7, centered in Petrolia at a depth of 10 kilometers (around 6.2 miles). This incident was preceded by a 2.9-magnitude earthquake in the same area on February 6, occurring at a depth of 4.4 kilometers (approximately 2.7 miles).
The series of seismic activity began with a 4.3-magnitude quake reported in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (approximately 3.4 miles).
The recent seismic events underscore a pattern of significant earthquakes occurring across different regions, including Morocco, Vanuatu, the Cayman Islands, California, and Alaska. The USGS continues to monitor these incidents, providing timely alerts and information to mitigate potential hazards, such as tsunami threats. Residents should remain aware and exercise caution following such natural disturbances.
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