A powerful earthquake off the coast of Honduras and the Cayman Islands prompted a Tsunami Advisory for Puerto Rico and nearby islands. The USGS reported a preliminary magnitude of 7.6 for the earthquake, with no immediate reports of damage.
A Tsunami Advisory was issued for Puerto Rico and surrounding islands following a powerful earthquake that struck between Honduras and the Cayman Islands on Saturday evening in the Caribbean Sea. The earthquake, initially estimated at a magnitude of 7.6, prompted authorities to warn of potential sea-level changes and strong ocean currents, posing a risk to both boaters and beachgoers. Despite its significant magnitude, no immediate damage was reported following the major earthquake.
The epicenter of the quake was located over 100 miles southwest of Georgetown in the Cayman Islands, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The fault line responsible for the seismic activity near the islands is known as the Cayman Trough, marking the boundary between the North American and Caribbean tectonic plates.Aftershocks, which can persist for months or even years after the initial earthquake, are expected in the region. These smaller tremors are attributed to the fault readjusting following the main event and are typically less powerful than the original quake. The Caribbean region is prone to earthquakes, with some events having catastrophic consequences for island nations. In 2021, a 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck southern Haiti, inflicting substantial damage to infrastructure. However, the densely populated city of Port-au-Prince largely escaped significant destruction. Haiti endured another devastating earthquake in 2010, with a magnitude of 7.0. Due to the shallow depth of the earthquake and its proximity to the capital, the tragic event resulted in the loss of over 200,000 lives, according to the United Nations. In 2020, a magnitude 7.7 earthquake occurred off the coast of Jamaica, with tremors felt as far as Central America and South Florida. Thankfully, there were no reports of major damage resulting from this event
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