Recent Seismic Activity: 5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Morocco

On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in Morocco, with reports of tremors felt by numerous individuals. This event followed other significant earthquakes in Vanuatu and the Cayman Islands. A tsunami warning was issued and later canceled along the Mexican coast, according to the National Weather Service. The USGS continues to monitor seismic activity in various locations.

On February 10, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The epicenter was located in Chefchaouen, at a depth of 10 kilometers (approximately 6.2 miles). At the time of the report, the USGS had received 420 accounts from individuals who felt the tremor.

This event occurred shortly after a separate 5.9-magnitude earthquake was recorded in Vanuatu on the same day. The epicenter of the Vanuatu earthquake was in Port-Vila, occurring at a depth of 18 kilometers (around 11.9 miles).

Additionally, this follows a 7.6-magnitude earthquake in the Cayman Islands reported on February 8, which originated in George Town also at a depth of 10 kilometers. A tsunami warning was briefly issued for the Mexican coastline but was rescinded two hours later.

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.”

Previously, a 3.4-magnitude earthquake had been reported in California on February 7, centered in Petrolia at 10 kilometers depth. This quake followed a 2.9-magnitude earthquake in Petrolia on February 6, with a depth of 4.4 kilometers (approximately 2.7 miles). Furthermore, a 4.3-magnitude earthquake was detected in Alaska on February 5, centered in Sustina at 5.4 kilometers depth.

The recent seismic activity has raised concerns across multiple regions, highlighting the interconnected nature of tectonic events. The USGS continues to monitor these developments closely to provide timely information. Residents of affected areas are urged to remain vigilant and prepared for potential aftershocks or related events.

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