A powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck north of Honduras late Saturday, triggering tsunami warnings for several coastal regions.
The quake, which occurred at 23:23 UTC on February 8, 2025, had an epicenter at 17.8°N, 82.5°W, with a depth of 33 km. Tsunami waves ranging from 1 to 3 meters are expected along Cuba’s coast, with smaller waves possibly affecting Honduras and the Cayman Islands.
The first tsunami waves are expected to hit Puerto Cortes, Honduras, around 00:22 UTC on February 9. Coastal monitoring continues, with authorities urging residents to stay alert and follow official instructions.
No tsunami warning has been issued for the U.S., but the situation remains under close observation.
