The municipality of Imías in Guantánamo has reported structural cracks in 14 houses and a local health clinic following an earthquake that occurred on Sunday morning.
Official reports indicate that the epicenter of this seismic activity was located in the eastern region of Guantánamo.
Despite the government's control over local media, reports suggest that work teams are actively inspecting various neighborhoods to assess further possible damage caused by the quake.
During a phone interview on the radio program "En frecuencia con el pueblo," the municipal Party secretary communicated that minor aftershocks have been felt. However, he assured that the community remains calm and all emergency response measures are currently in place.
It was also noted that preliminary assessments found no damage to the La Farola Viaduct, though four state-run entities did experience some impact.
The National Center for Seismological Research (CENAIS), based in Santiago de Cuba, released an initial report about the earthquake that struck in the morning.
According to their early data, the tremor registered a magnitude of 5.6 on the Richter scale and originated at an estimated depth of 10 kilometers.
CENAIS pinpointed the epicenter to be roughly 39 kilometers southeast of Imías, in the province of Guantánamo.
Currently, no human or significant material losses have been reported, although local authorities and rapid response teams remain vigilant and prepared for potential aftershocks in the coming hours.
A noticeable aftershock was recorded in Imías at approximately 10:04 a.m. following the initial quake. Residents were urged to remain calm.
Understanding the Imías Earthquake
What was the magnitude of the earthquake in Imías?
The earthquake in Imías registered a magnitude of 5.6 on the Richter scale.
Were there any injuries reported due to the earthquake?
As of now, there have been no reports of injuries or human casualties resulting from the earthquake.
Where was the epicenter of the earthquake located?
The epicenter was located approximately 39 kilometers southeast of Imías, in Guantánamo.