NewsThe Miami HurricaneJune 14, 2026Florida
6.1 Magnitude Earthquake in Cuba Felt Across Florida
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake centered near Mantua, Cuba, caused tremors throughout Florida on June 8, leading to temporary building evacuations and transit suspensions in Miami. No injuries or major property damage were reported, and officials confirmed there is no tsunami threat.
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Residents in Florida experienced building tremors and temporary service disruptions, though authorities confirmed no structural damage or ongoing safety threats resulted from the event.
Key Facts
- A 6.1 magnitude earthquake occurred 16 miles northwest of Mantua, Cuba, on June 8.
- The earthquake was the strongest to hit the Gulf of America in 150 years.
- Tremors were felt as far north as Orlando, Florida.
- Miami-Dade County Hall (Stephen P. Clark Government Center) was evacuated due to tremors.
- Metrorail and Metromover services in Miami were temporarily suspended and later resumed.
- No injuries, deaths, or major property damage were reported in Florida.
- A 4.3 magnitude aftershock occurred in the same location on June 10 at 9 p.m.
- The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed there is no tsunami threat.
- Experts state it is unlikely Florida will feel further aftershocks.
Who's Mentioned
personJochen Braunmiller“Professor at the University of South Florida who provided expert commentary.”organizationCity of Miami Fire-Rescue“Monitored the situation and reported that conditions remained stable.”locationMiami-Dade County Hall“Evacuated following reports of building tremors.”personTaylor F“Hillsborough County resident who reported feeling the tremors.”organizationU.S. Geological Survey“Provided seismic data and expert analysis regarding the earthquake and tsunami r”personWilliam Barnhart“Geophysicist with the U.S. Geological Survey who confirmed no tsunami threat.”