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Enrique Diego Arango Arias, head of the National Seismological Service of Cuba, assured that the seismic activity of the last few days in eastern Cuba is within normal parameters.
“For those who have asked me with concern, the seismic activity in our territory can be considered normal; in the Pilón area, aftershocks from the 6.7 earthquake of November 10th continue,” from the National Center for Seismological Research (CENAIS).
Arango Arias clarified that “in the area from Santiago to Guantánamo, only earthquakes with a magnitude greater than 2.0 are recorded due to the Río Carpintero station being out of service.”
"Therefore, the number of low-energy earthquakes in this area must be greater than what is reported in this daily report. The 3.7 tremor from yesterday is part of the routine behavior of this region," he elaborated.
Precisely, this Friday a perceptible earthquake of 3.7 degrees on the Richter scale was registered by the network of stations of the National Seismological Service at 11:51 a.m. (local time).
It was located at the coordinates 19.78° north latitude and -75.37° west longitude, at a depth of 23 kilometers and 29 km southwest of Caimanera, in the Niceto Pérez municipality, Guantánamo province.
In recent months, severalperceptible earthquakes have shaken the eastern region of the island.
It is important to emphasize that the eastern part of Cuba is the area with the highest seismic activity in the country, due to its proximity to the Oriente Fault, one of the most active in the region.
Historically, this area has been the scene of significant earthquakes, including the recent 6.8 magnitude quake that occurred on November 10, 2024, which caused material damage in several eastern provinces.
Cuban authorities maintain constant vigilance and urge the population to follow civil protection recommendations to ensure their safety in the event of potential seismic events.
Frequently asked questions about seismic activity in eastern Cuba
Is the recent seismic activity in eastern Cuba normal?
Recent seismic activity in eastern Cuba is considered normal according to Enrique Diego Arango Arias, head of the National Seismological Service of Cuba. The aftershocks of the 6.7 magnitude earthquake on November 10, 2024, in the Pilón area continue, which is expected in this region, the most seismically active in the country.
How many aftershocks have been recorded since the earthquakes in November in Cuba?
Since the earthquakes measuring 6.0 and 6.7 that occurred on November 10, 2024, a total of 9,637 aftershocks have been recorded in eastern Cuba, of which 141 have been reported as perceptible.
What measures have the Cuban authorities taken in response to the seismic activity in the eastern part of the country?
Cuban authorities have advised to remain calm and follow preventive measures against potential aftershocks. However, the measures taken, such as setting up tents for those affected, have been criticized for their limited scope and the lack of attention to other communities that are equally impacted.
What has been the impact on the population and infrastructure following the recent earthquakes in Cuba?
The recent earthquakes have left ten people injured and at least 3,752 buildings damaged, particularly in Granma province. The population continues to face a difficult reality, living in precarious conditions and with a shortage of basic resources.
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