Enrique Diego Arango Arias, head of the National Seismological Service of Cuba, reported that as of 5:59 am this Sunday, a total of 215 aftershocks have been recorded from the earthquake that shook the region of Santiago de Cuba last night.
This earthquake, with its epicenter located 41 kilometers southeast of the city of Santiago de Cuba, has generated an unusual number of aftershocks, according to detailed Arango Arias on his Facebook profile.
The initial quake, which occurred at 7:09 p.m. local time and had a magnitude of 3.8 on the Richter scale, was detected by the Cuban National Seismological Service’s network of stations.
According to the information provided, the precise coordinates of the epicenter were 19.71 degrees north latitude and 75.604 degrees west longitude, at a depth of 33.8 kilometers. Although no material damage or human losses have been reported, the phenomenon was felt in several municipalities in the province of Santiago de Cuba.
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The head of the Seismological Service explained that, although this type of earthquake is usually accompanied by aftershocks, the number observed in this case is significantly higher than that of other earthquakes of similar magnitude.
A user asked the director: “Could this accumulated energy and today’s earthquake in particular be the precursor to a major earthquake? More detailed information on this would be good.” The head of the Cuban National Seismological Service responded that “it is not possible to make this type of forecast.”
According to the daily report, observers on duty analyzed 57 of the 215 aftershocks recorded. It is important to note that aftershocks are usually of lower intensity than the main quake.
This is the eleventh perceptible earthquake recorded in Cuba so far in 2024. The National Seismological Service will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates on activity in the area.
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Recent Earthquake in Santiago de Cuba: Unusual Number of Aftershocks Raises Concerns
On September 7, 2024, a magnitude 3.8 earthquake struck the region of Santiago de Cuba, generating an unusual number of aftershocks that has raised concerns among the local population and seismological experts. According to Enrique Diego Arango Arias, head of the National Seismological Service of Cuba, a total of 215 aftershocks have been recorded as of 5:59 am on September 9, 2024 [[1]].
The initial earthquake, which occurred at 7:09 p.m. local time, had its epicenter located 41 kilometers southeast of the city of Santiago de Cuba, at a depth of 33.8 kilometers. Although no material damage or human losses have been reported, the phenomenon was felt in several municipalities in the province of Santiago de Cuba.
The unusual number of aftershocks has sparked concerns about the possibility of a major earthquake in the region. Arango Arias explained that although earthquakes of similar magnitude are usually accompanied by aftershocks, the number observed in this case is significantly higher than usual [[1]]. This has led some to wonder if the accumulated energy and today’s earthquake could be a precursor to a more powerful quake.
This is not the first time that earthquakes have been recorded in Santiago de Cuba. In fact, the region has experienced several significant earthquakes in the past, including three notable ones in 2004, which were studied by researchers to understand their source parameters and focal mechanism solutions [[2]].
In recent days, another earthquake was reported in the region, with a magnitude of 4.5, located 51 kilometers southeast of Santiago de Cuba [[3]]. However, unlike the earlier earthquake, no aftershocks have been recorded for this quake.
As the province of Santiago de Cuba is prone to seismic activity, it is essential for residents to be aware of the risks and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The National Seismological Service of Cuba continues to monitor the situation closely, providing vital information to the public and authorities.
the recent earthquake in Santiago de Cuba has raised concerns about the potential for a more significant seismic event. While the exact implications of the unusual number of aftershocks are not yet fully understood, it is crucial for the local community to remain vigilant and take steps to prepare for any future earthquakes.
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Recent Earthquake in Santiago de Cuba: Unusual Number of Aftershocks Raises Concerns
On September 7, 2024, a magnitude 3.8 earthquake struck the region of Santiago de Cuba, generating an unusual number of aftershocks that has raised concerns among the local population and seismological experts. According to Enrique Diego Arango Arias, head of the National Seismological Service of Cuba, a total of
