7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Caribbean Islands

A strong earthquake in the Caribbean Sea, northwest of Montego Bay, Jamaica, was felt in Miami. A tsunami warning was issued for Jamaica, Cuba, and the Cayman Islands but was later canceled. In Florida, the Miami Police Department issued warnings, and evacuations occurred in the Brickell area due to building vibrations. Five aftershocks followed, with minimal damage and no injuries reported.

Where was the epicenter of the earthquake located?

• In the Pacific Ocean

• In the Gulf of Mexico

• In the Caribbean Sea

• In the Atlantic Ocean

Which areas were initially alerted by the National Tsunami Warning Center?

• Bahamas, Haiti, and Puerto Rico

• Jamaica, Cuba, and the Cayman Islands

• Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and Haiti

• Dominican Republic, Bahamas, and Cuba

What was the height of the tsunami waves that prompted the alert?

• Three feet

• Four feet

• One foot

• Two feet

What action did the Miami Police Department take following the earthquake?

• Issued warnings on Twitter

• Advised people to stay indoors

• Closed all roads

• Declared a state of emergency

What was the extent of the damage reported after the earthquake and aftershocks?

• No damage but several injuries

• Minimal damage and no injuries

• Severe damage and multiple injuries

• Moderate damage and a few injuries