Earthquake of Magnitude 6.8 Strikes South-Eastern Cuba
Recent Developments
A powerful earthquake struck south-eastern Cuba on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at 04:10 UTC, with a magnitude of 6.8. The epicenter was located approximately 115 miles southeast of the city of Santiago de Cuba, near the town of Caimanera, at a depth of 10.0 kilometers.
Impact and Damage
The earthquake has caused widespread damage in the region. Buildings have collapsed, roads have been blocked, and power outages have been reported. There have been no immediate reports of casualties, but search and rescue operations are underway.
Response
The Cuban government has deployed emergency response teams to the affected areas to assess the damage and provide assistance. The government has also issued a tsunami warning for coastal areas of Cuba, but the warning has since been lifted.
Tectonic Activity
The earthquake is a result of tectonic activity along the Oriente Fault Zone, a major fault line that runs through the Caribbean region. The fault zone is known for producing large earthquakes, including the magnitude 7.6 earthquake that struck Santiago de Cuba in 1932.
Historical Context
Cuba is located in a seismically active region and has experienced numerous earthquakes throughout its history. In 2016, a magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck the central part of the island, causing significant damage in the city of Camagüey.
Further Updates
As more information becomes available, we will update this blog post with the latest details on the earthquake in Cuba.
