The Caribbean region was jolted on Saturday evening as a massive 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the Caribbean Sea, sending shockwaves through multiple nations and triggering widespread tsunami warnings.
The epicenter of the quake was recorded approximately 130 miles off the coast of the Cayman Islands, with tremors felt as far as Jamaica, Cuba, Mexico, and Central America. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth, amplifying its intensity.
Shortly after the seismic event, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) issued urgent alerts, cautioning that hazardous tsunami waves could impact coastal regions within a 620-mile radius. Nations placed on high alert included Honduras, the Bahamas, Belize, Haiti, Costa Rica, Panama, Nicaragua, and Guatemala.
Authorities in the affected areas are currently assessing potential damages and casualties, while emergency response teams remain on standby for any further aftershocks.
This earthquake serves as a stark reminder of the region’s vulnerability to natural disasters, prompting renewed discussions on disaster preparedness and infrastructure resilience. More updates to follow as the situation develops.
