On November 10, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Cuba, particularly affecting Granma province. There have been no reported casualties, but some damage occurred in Pilon. The tremor follows significant devastation from Hurricanes Oscar and Rafael, which challenged the recovery efforts in the region.
On November 10, eastern Cuba experienced a powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake, primarily affecting the Granma province near Bartolome Maso. Residents in Santiago de Cuba and surrounding rural areas reported intense shaking. Fortunately, there have been no fatalities linked to the earthquake thus far. The tremor, which occurred at a depth of 14 km (8.7 miles), damaged some structures, particularly in Pilon, which is close to the epicenter. The earthquake’s impact was notable given the region already faced challenges due to recent hurricanes. The capital city, Havana, remained unaffected, and no tsunami warning was issued by the US National Tsunami Warning Center.
Cuba is situated in a seismically active region, particularly around Santiago de Cuba where the recent earthquake occurred. The area has recently been grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Oscar, which struck in October, causing significant destruction. Following this, Hurricane Rafael hit the western part of the country, leading to a national power grid collapse that has left millions without electricity. The geological activity in Cuba makes the nation vulnerable to both hurricanes and earthquakes, posing ongoing risks to the population and infrastructure.
In summary, the recent 6.8 magnitude earthquake in eastern Cuba has brought renewed challenges to a region already dealing with the devastation from recent hurricanes. Thankfully, no casualties have been reported, but the incident highlights the vulnerabilities present in building structures in this seismically active area. Recovery efforts from both the earthquake and prior hurricane impacts continue to be a pressing priority for local authorities.
Original Source: jang.com.pk
