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Cuba Earthquake 6 1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Offshore Tremors Felt in Florida

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Usgs 6 1 Earthquake Hits Off West Coast of Cuba Shaking Felt Across Florida

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A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck offshore near western Cuba, causing tremors that were reported as far away as Florida. While no immediate injuries or major damage were reported, local authorities in Miami-Dade County took precautions by temporarily suspending services and evacuating some buildings. Experts noted this was a rare event for the Gulf of Mexico.

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  • A 6.1 magnitude earthquake occurred near western Cuba at a depth of 10 km.
  • Tremors from the quake were felt in Florida, with reports coming from areas including Miami and north of Orlando.
  • Miami-Dade County officials implemented safety measures, including temporary service suspensions and building evacuations out of caution.
  • Geophysicists described this event as a rare occurrence, noting it is one of only five or six major quakes recorded in the Gulf of Mexico with modern instruments.
  • Experts advised that while aftershocks are possible near Cuba, they are unlikely to be felt significantly in Florida.

Claims assessed

  • VerifiableA 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck offshore near western Cuba on Monday.
  • VerifiableThe tremors from the quake were reported as far away as Florida, with people feeling shaking in Miami and north of Orlando.
  • VerifiableMiami-Dade County officials evacuated several buildings, including the main government office, out of an abundance of caution.
  • VerifiableThe earthquake was described by a geophysicist as one of only five or six earthquakes of magnitude five or greater recorded in the entire Gulf of Mexico with modern instruments.

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