Seismic Activity Report: 5.1-Magnitude Earthquake in Morocco
A 5.1-magnitude earthquake hit Morocco on February 10, 2025, following a 5.9-magnitude earthquake in Vanuatu and a 7.6-magnitude earthquake in the Cayman Islands. A tsunami warning was briefly issued for Mexico before being lifted. Approximately 420 reports of felt tremors were recorded by the USGS in Morocco.
On February 10, 2025, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in Morocco, with its epicenter located in Chefchaouen at a depth of 10 kilometers. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that approximately 420 individuals felt the impact of this seismic event. This occurrence followed closely after a separate 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu on the same day, centered in Port-Vila at a depth of 18 kilometers.
Additionally, a 7.6-magnitude earthquake had been reported in the Cayman Islands on February 8, centered in George Town at a similar depth of 10 kilometers. This chain of seismic activity indicates heightened geological unrest in various regions. Notably, a tsunami warning was issued for part of the Mexican coastline but was subsequently lifted two hours later.
In summary, Morocco experienced a significant earthquake which was part of a series of recent seismic events globally. The USGS reported multiple earthquakes, with the most prominent being in Morocco, Vanuatu, and the Cayman Islands, raising concerns of geological stability. Fortunately, the potential tsunami threat was assessed and deemed to have passed, with no alerts now in place.
Original Source: www.wvoc.com
