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A major earthquake with a magnitude of 7.6 struck the northwestern Caribbean Sea, triggering tsunami alerts across the region. The alerts, initially issued for vulnerable coastal areas including Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, were subsequently canceled following further assessment. Authorities have confirmed that the earthquake caused no significant tsunami threat.

A powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck the Caribbean Sea, leading to tsunami alerts across the region. These warnings were later canceled as officials confirmed the threat had receded without significant wave activity reported. Emergency services remain on alert, urging communities to prioritize preparedness.

A powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck the Caribbean Sea, initially triggering widespread tsunami alerts. The earthquake, whose epicenter lay off the coast of Honduras, prompted warnings across multiple nations, including Jamaica, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. However, following analysis by geological and weather agencies, the tsunami warnings were officially canceled, alleviating immediate concerns over a potential disaster.

Tsunami warnings, initially issued after a powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck the Caribbean Sea, have been cancelled. Authorities, including the United States Geological Survey (USGS), confirmed that while the earthquake caused alarm, no substantial tsunami threats materialized. Minimal damages and no fatalities were reported in the affected regions.

A 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck the Caribbean Sea on Saturday evening, with its epicenter southwest of the Cayman Islands. The quake triggered a tsunami advisory for Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and nearby areas, although no significant damage or loss of life has been reported. Authorities lifted the tsunami advisory after confirming the region was no longer under threat.