On Sunday, a 5.5 magnitude earthquake hit Cuba, primarily reported by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). Initially, the agency recorded the quake at a magnitude of 5.9 before revising it downwards. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 km, approximately 92 km from Guantánamo and 52 km from Baracoa, two significant towns in Cuba.

The EMSC is an independent body that monitors seismic activity across various regions, and its reports noted that tremors were also detected in other parts of the world, including Indonesia, the Philippines, Poland, the Czech Republic, and northern Italy. While these other tremors may seem alarming, the primary focus of this report is the event affecting Cuba. The relatively moderate strength of the earthquake, based on initial reports, raised concerns due to the location and depth of the quake.

Earthquakes are not uncommon in this region, but significant seismic activity can pose risks to infrastructure and local populations. This earthquake might result in further assessments and monitoring by the Cuban government and relevant international agencies to ensure the safety and preparedness for any aftershocks or related natural events.