Central America earthquake

7.6 Earthquake Off Honduras: Minor Tsunami Threat, Region Relieved

A 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Honduras on February 8th, 2025, causing considerable concern and prompting a tsunami warning. The initial reports varied slightly, with some sources citing a 7.5 magnitude, but the USGS eventually settled on a 7.6 reading. This discrepancy is not unusual; magnitudes are often revised in the immediate aftermath of an earthquake as more data becomes available. The location, just north of Honduras, and the timing, late evening in the local time zone, meant that many were asleep or unaware of the event at first.

The earthquake’s impact extended far beyond the immediate epicenter.… Continue reading

Matt Underwood Feb 8, 2025