7.7 Magnitude Earthquake in the Caribbean Sea

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According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), a 7.7 magnitude major earthquake struck at 2:10 pm E.T on Jan. 28 in the Caribbean Sea and specifically in the area south of Cuba and northwest of Jamaica. The earthquake was felt by people in Jamaica, Cuba, the Cayman Islands, and Miami, Florida. A tsunami warning was initially issued to Belize, Cuba, Honduras, Mexico, Jamaica and the Cayman Islands, however, officials have stated that the threat has “largely passed.” For more information click here.

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