Two earthquakes of magnitude 6 and 6.7 on the Richter scale were felt this Sunday in several provinces in eastern and central Mexico. Cuba, leaving a preliminary balance of affected homes, electrical breakdowns and landslides from mountainous areas, without reporting fatalities or injuries at the moment.
Two earthquakes affected several eastern and central provinces
It should be noted that these earthquakes are the 13th and 14th recorded so far this year. They occurred mid-morning by the National Center for Seismological Research (Cenais) in the vicinity of the municipality of Pilón, in Granma.
Cenais indicated that it had reported 300 aftershocks of these events, of which fifteen were noticeable.
President Miguel Díaz-Canel called on the residents of Granma and Santiago de Cuba to go out and stay in open places. The first and essential thing is to save lives.
He also specified that the damage is being evaluated to begin recovery.
“We have gone through difficult days, but we will recover, no matter how complicated it is, we will get up,” he said.
According to preliminary reports, total and partial collapses of houses and state buildings have been reported, as well as cracks in walls and fallen electrical poles.
Through state television, the lighthouse in the coastal town of Cabo Cruz (Granma), which is more than 150 years old, has suffered cracks and fissures in various parts of its structure.
The provincial authorities have asked the population to remain calm, prudent and disciplined, and comply with the established measures, such as concentrating on the ground floor of tall buildings and open spaces.
Through social networks, residents of the areas where these tremors have been felt have shared their impressions of being surprised to see the movement of furniture and objects in their homes.
The eastern part of the island is still recovering from the impact of Hurricane Oscar, which occurred three weeks ago, and from the intense rain storms of recent days, when it was affected by these new events.
(EFE)
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What are the key safety measures that residents should follow in the aftermath of the recent earthquakes in Cuba to ensure their protection during aftershocks?
**Interview with Seismologist Dr. Elena Torres on Recent Earthquakes in Cuba**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Torres. We want to discuss the recent earthquakes that struck eastern and central Cuba. Can you tell us about the seismic activity we witnessed this past Sunday?
**Dr. Elena Torres:** Thank you for having me. This Sunday, two significant earthquakes were recorded off the coast with magnitudes of 6.0 and 6.7. They were centered near the municipality of Pilón in Granma province. These events are part of a series of earthquakes we’ve experienced this year, marking the 13th and 14th assessments.
**Interviewer:** What can you share about the impact of these quakes on local communities?
**Dr. Elena Torres:** Thankfully, there have been no fatalities or serious injuries reported at this time. However, preliminary assessments indicate that there were both total and partial collapses of several homes and state buildings. We’ve also seen damages like cracks in walls and downed power lines, which have exacerbated the situation for many residents who are already dealing with recovery from Hurricane Oscar a few weeks prior.
**Interviewer:** With over 300 aftershocks noted by the National Center for Seismological Research, how should residents prepare for continuing seismic activity?
**Dr. Elena Torres:** It’s crucial for residents to remain vigilant. The government’s recommendations to stay in open spaces and on lower floors of buildings during aftershocks are vital for safety. Communities should also conduct regular safety drills to ensure that everyone knows how to react during an earthquake.
**Interviewer:** President Miguel Díaz-Canel emphasized the importance of saving lives and assessing damage. How are recovery efforts expected to unfold in the coming days?
**Dr. Elena Torres:** Local authorities are already mobilizing teams to evaluate the extent of damages and begin recovery operations as soon as it’s safe. Assessing structural integrity is a priority to prevent further collapses. Psychological support and community resources will also be essential for affected residents facing emotional distress from these events.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what would you say to the populace moving forward, considering the current challenges they face?
**Dr. Elena Torres:** Resilience is key. Cubans have a strong spirit and history of overcoming adversity. While the road to recovery may be arduous, communities must support each other, adhere to safety measures, and remain hopeful. We will get through this together.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Torres, for your insights on this pressing issue. We wish the affected areas all the best in their recovery efforts.
**Dr. Elena Torres:** Thank you for highlighting this issue. Take care.
