A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck western Cuba, felt in several provinces including the capital Havana. Frightened residents left their homes and rushed to the streets, fearing further tremors. Preliminary reports indicate no casualties or serious damage, but experts note that such powerful earthquakes are rare for this region.
On Monday afternoon local time, residents in the western part of Cuba experienced a strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2. Initially, seismologists estimated its magnitude at 6.5, but later the figure was revised.
The epicenter was located in the Caribbean Sea, approximately 142 kilometers north of the municipality of Minas de Matahambre in the province of Pinar del Río. The earthquake's focus was at a depth of about 20 kilometers.
Residents rushed to the streets
The tremors were felt not only in the province of Pinar del Río but also in Matanzas and the capital region of Havana. Many residents, alarmed by the sudden shaking, hurried to leave their homes and went out into the streets.
Local media report that there have been no reports of casualties or serious injuries so far. No major infrastructure damage has been recorded either.
Unusually strong earthquake for the region
According to experts, the earthquake was unusually powerful for the western part of Cuba. This is why it attracted special attention from seismologists, who continue to analyze the event and monitor for possible aftershocks.
Authorities and emergency services are continuing to assess the situation in the affected areas. Despite the lack of reports of significant damage, the event served as a reminder that even relatively calm seismic zones are not immune to strong underground shocks.
