A 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the Caribbean Sea near the Cayman Islands. Authorities have issued tsunamis warnings for Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, while advising residents of coastal areas across several islands to move to higher ground. The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration projected possible tsunami waves reaching up to 3 meters along certain coasts.
On Saturday, a magnitude-7.6 earthquake struck the Caribbean Sea, approximately southwest of the Cayman Islands. The U.S. Geological Survey reported the quake occurring at 6:23 p.m. local time at a depth of 10 kilometers, with its epicenter situated 130 miles (209 kilometers) south-southwest of George Town, Cayman Islands. In response to potential tsunami risks, several islands advised residents near coastlines to retreat inland.
The earthquake in the Caribbean prompted various governmental responses in affected regions. Tsunami advisories were issued for both Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, with additional precautions taken by governments in the Dominican Republic, Cuba, and Honduras. As the situation develops, authorities continue to monitor ocean conditions and advocate safety measures for coastal residents to ensure public safety.
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