Recent Earthquake Activity Report: Morocco, Vanuatu, and Beyond

A 5.1-magnitude earthquake hit Morocco on February 10, following a series of notable seismic events globally. Notably, a 5.9-magnitude earthquake occurred in Vanuatu, and earlier, a significant tremor of 7.6-magnitude was reported in the Cayman Islands. Authorities addressed tsunami concerns along the Mexican coast, clarifying that the threat had passed.

On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). This seismic event was centered in Chefchaouen at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). The USGS indicated that 420 individuals reported feeling the tremor shortly after it occurred.

This earthquake followed a 5.9-magnitude quake in Vanuatu, which also occurred on February 10. Centered in Port-Vila, that earthquake was recorded at a depth of 18 kilometers (about 11.9 miles).

Moreover, on February 8, a significant 7.6-magnitude earthquake was reported in the Cayman Islands, particularly in George Town, located at a depth of 10 kilometers (around 6.2 miles). Prior to this, a tsunami warning had been issued along the Mexican coast but was lifted after two hours when the threat was deemed to have passed by authorities.

The National Weather Service Warning Center stated, “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.”

Furthermore, on February 7, a 3.4-magnitude earthquake was reported in California, centered in Petrolia, at a depth of 10 kilometers (about 6.2 miles). This event occurred just hours after a 2.9-magnitude earthquake was observed in the same region on February 6, which was recorded at a depth of 4.4 kilometers (roughly 2.7 miles).

Prior to these Californian events, a 4.3-magnitude earthquake in Alaska was noted on February 5, centered in Sustina at a depth of 5.4 kilometers (approximately 3.4 miles).

In summary, recent seismic activity has been notable across different regions, including a 5.1-magnitude earthquake in Morocco, a 5.9-magnitude tremor in Vanuatu, and a 7.6-magnitude earthquake in the Cayman Islands. In addition, events in California and Alaska indicate continued seismic activity. The concerns regarding tsunami threats have been addressed, with warnings lifted as threats were diminished.

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