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The head of the National Seismological Service of Cuba, Enrique Diego Arango Arias, reported that the network of seismological stations in the country recorded a noticeable earthquake at 9:09 a.m. on March 7.
The seismic event had a magnitude of 2.9 degrees and was recorded at a depth of 2.8 kilometers.
The epicenter was located 26 km southeast of the municipality of Pilón, in Granma province.
According to the provided data, the earthquake was located at coordinates 19.755 degrees north latitude and -77.078 degrees west longitude.
Arango Arias referred to reports on perceptibility in the municipalities of Pilón and Bartolomé Masó, both located in the province of Granma.
At the time of reporting, no material or human damage had been reported.
The previous perceptible seismic event in Cuba occurred in the early hours of February 25. The epicenter was located 24 kilometers from the municipality of Bartolomé Masó, and 37 kilometers southeast of the town of Pilón.
In that case, it had a magnitude of 3.3 degrees and was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Last Sunday, Enrique Diego Arango emphasized the importance of maintaining constant vigilance in the Caribbean region due to the occurrence of several seismic events within a short period.
Through a message on their official Facebook account, the specialist emphasized that an earthquake with a magnitude greater than 7.5, with a reverse fault mechanism and shallow depth, could generate tsunami waves that would impact the northern coast of the eastern region of Cuba.
According to Arango, it is essential to monitor the earthquakes that occur particularly in the northern part of La Española (Haiti and the Dominican Republic) and Puerto Rico, areas with high seismic activity.
His warning came hours after specialized media reported a day of intense seismic activity near the 19° North subduction zone, an area where the interaction of tectonic plates produces frequent earth tremors.
This phenomenon occurs when one lithospheric plate sinks beneath another, forming convergent boundaries that can lead to large-magnitude earthquakes.
The official news portal Prensa Latina recalled that on February 8, a 7.6 magnitude earthquake shook the Caribbean Sea, triggering tsunami alerts in several countries in the region.
Although these were canceled hours later, the event raised concerns in Cuba, where reports of perceptibility were received from provinces ranging from Cienfuegos to Pinar del Río, including the Isle of Youth.
On that occasion, Arango stated that there were no significant changes in the sea level, but he emphasized that seismic monitoring is crucial for the safety of the population.
However, days ago the expert addressed recent information that has caused alarm about the possibility of a major earthquake in the Caribbean that could affect Cuba.
The specialist clarified that, while there are areas with geological faults that accumulate great energy and can generate significant earthquakes, it is not possible to predict such an event in the short term without concrete data.
Ten people were injured and at least 3,752 buildings were damaged, marking the main impacts left by the earthquakes of 6 and 6.7 degrees that struck the southeast of Cuba on November 10 of last year.
Frequently Asked Questions about Seismic Activity in Eastern Cuba
What was the magnitude of the recent earthquake in Granma, Cuba?
The recent earthquake in Granma had a magnitude of 2.9 and was recorded at a depth of 2.8 kilometers, with its epicenter located 26 km southeast of the municipality of Pilón.
What are the areas of highest seismic risk in the Caribbean according to experts?
According to Enrique Diego Arango, head of the National Seismological Service of Cuba, the areas with the highest seismic risk include the north of Hispaniola (Haiti and the Dominican Republic) and Puerto Rico, due to their high seismic activity.
Is there a risk of tsunami for Cuba due to the recent earthquakes?
Although seismic activity has been reported in the Caribbean, there is a low risk of tsunami for the Cuban coasts according to Enrique Diego Arango. Monitoring continues, but there are no reasons for alarm in Cuba.
When was the last significant earthquake recorded in Cuba?
The last significant earthquake recorded in Cuba was on November 10, 2024, with magnitudes of 6.0 and 6.7 degrees, primarily affecting the province of Granma. These events caused significant damage in the region.
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