JAMAICA. (THECOUNT) — A brutally large magnitude 7.7 Earthquake has struck Jamaica Tuesday afternoon, according to the USGS.
There is no word on injuries or damage at this time.
The quake struck about 70 miles from Granma, Cuba and was centered near Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica.
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center is yet to issue any warnings/
Nearby Places:
Lucea, Hanover, Jamaica
125.9 km (78.2 mi) SSE Population: 6289
Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica
139.1 km (86.5 mi) SE Population: 82867
Niquero, Granma, Cuba
140.3 km (87.1 mi) ENE Population: 18771
Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, Jamaica
150.8 km (93.7 mi) SSE Population: 16553
Media Luna, Granma, Cuba
158.7 km (98.6 mi) ENE Population: 16713
DEVELOPING::
Geo quick facts: Jamaica, a Caribbean island nation, has a lush topography of mountains, rainforests and reef-lined beaches. Many of its all-inclusive resorts are clustered in Montego Bay, with its British-colonial architecture, and Negril, known for its diving and snorkeling sites. Jamaica is famed as the birthplace of reggae music, and its capital Kingston is home to the Bob Marley Museum, dedicated to the famous singer – wikipedia.
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