Strong Earthquakes Felt in Antigua and Across Eastern Caribbean

A series of powerful earthquakes jolted the Eastern Caribbean on Monday morning, causing tremors across several islands, including Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, and Guadeloupe. The seismic activity began with a magnitude 6.7 quake at 8:38 a.m. local time, recorded by the University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre (UWI-SRC). The epicenter was located approximately 264 kilometers east-southeast of St. John’s, at a depth of 12 kilometers. This initial tremor was swiftly followed by a sequence of aftershocks, including a magnitude 5.2 at 8:46 a.m., a magnitude 6.1 at 8:55 a.m., and a magnitude 5.4 at 9:26 a.m., all occurring at varying depths. Residents across the northern Windward and Leeward Islands reported light to moderate shaking, though no immediate damage or injuries were reported. The quakes originated along the boundary between the Caribbean and North American tectonic plates, a region notorious for its seismic activity. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation for potential aftershocks and urging residents to remain vigilant and review their earthquake preparedness plans. The UWI-SRC has encouraged those who felt the tremors to report their experiences to aid in ongoing research and monitoring efforts.