Bartolomé Masó, Cuba – A powerful series of earthquakes struck near Bartolomé Masó, Cuba, on Sunday, with the strongest recorded at a magnitude of 6.8. The earthquake, which hit 40 kilometers southwest of Bartolomé Masó, reached a depth of 14 kilometers and generated significant ground shaking. Residents in nearby communities felt the tremors, and initial reports suggest a potential landslide risk due to the quake’s intensity.
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the initial 6.8-magnitude earthquake was followed by several aftershocks, including a notable 5.9-magnitude tremor about an hour later. The USGS assessed a “yellow” alert level, indicating potential economic losses and significant but not severe infrastructure impacts. Additionally, the liquefaction estimate suggests that areas with loose, saturated soil might experience destabilization.
Cuban authorities have yet to report casualties, but emergency response teams remain on standby as aftershocks continue. The repeated quakes have raised concerns over structural stability in the affected areas, and residents have been advised to remain cautious. The event has sparked conversations about earthquake preparedness in the region, which typically experiences lower seismic activity.
