4.0 quake hits Eastern Caribbean

CMC – An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter Scale struck sections of the Eastern Caribbean late Friday as Hurricane Tammy moves across the region. 

The seismic event, recorded by the University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre (UWI, SRC), occurred at 9:07 p.m. (local time).

The earthquake was centred at a depth of 10 kilometres, with coordinates placing its epicentre at 12.82 degrees North latitude and 59.97 degrees West longitude.

This positioned the quake approximately 51 kilometres southwest of Bridgetown, Barbados, 145 kilometres east-southeast of Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and 175 kilometres southeast of Castries, St. Lucia. 

There were no reports of injuries or damages.

Meanwhile, Hurricane Tammy, currently classified as a Category 1 hurricane, has been affecting the Eastern Caribbean with heavy winds, torrential rainfall, and storm surges.

As Hurricane Tammy continues its path through the Eastern Caribbean, forecasts indicate that more rainfall is imminent, heightening the risk of flash floods and landslides. 

Coastal areas are also expected to experience storm surges and large waves.

Residents throughout the Caribbean are being urged to stay informed through official channels, heed local advisories, and take essential safety measures as they confront these compounding natural challenges.

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