A series of earthquakes struck Cuba and Gulf of Mexico, sending tremors into Florida in the United States and Mexico. While a 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck near western Cuba on Monday, a similar intensity quake, 6.2 magnitude, shook Gulf of Mexico region, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).
No injuries or damage were immediately reported.
In Cuba, the earthquake struck at a depth of 10 kilometres in waters west of Havana, according to the US Geological Survey. The NCS said in a post on X that the earthquake occurred at 23:30 pm IST, at a depth of 28 kilometres.
Quick answers to key questions
What magnitude were the earthquakes that struck Cuba and the Gulf of Mexico?⌵
The earthquakes that struck Cuba and the Gulf of Mexico were measured at magnitudes of 6.1 and 6.2, respectively.
Why did the earthquakes in Cuba and the Gulf of Mexico send tremors to Florida and Mexico?⌵
The earthquakes occurred in close proximity to the regions of Florida and Mexico, causing seismic waves to be felt in those areas.
How deep were the earthquakes that affected Cuba and the Gulf of Mexico?⌵
The earthquake near western Cuba struck at a depth of 10 kilometers, while the one in the Gulf of Mexico occurred at a depth of 28 kilometers.
Should residents in Florida be concerned about earthquakes in nearby regions?⌵
While tremors from nearby earthquakes can be felt in Florida, significant damage or risks are rare, but residents should remain aware of seismic activity in the region.
What reports were made following the earthquakes in Cuba and the Gulf of Mexico?⌵
No injuries or damage were immediately reported after the earthquakes struck in Cuba and the Gulf of Mexico.
More details are being added
