MIAMI, FL. (THECOUNT) — People as far north as South Florida reported feeling shaking from a massive 7.7 earthquake that struck between Cuba and Jamaica Tuesday afternoon.
The Miami-Dade Police Department confirmed Tuesday that the Stephen P. Clark Center in downtown Miami was evacuated as a precaution as lingering ‘vibrations’ occurred throughout the structor.
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The massive shaker was felt all the way north to Rockledge, Orlando, and Tampa, according to reports.
We are currently assisting @CityofMiamiFire with reports of vibrations in the #Brickell and #Downtown areas. There are NO road closures at this time. pic.twitter.com/OFNozHgo0M
— Miami PD (@MiamiPD) January 28, 2020
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 a written warning.
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
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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.
Miami, officially the City of Miami, is an American city that is the seat of Miami-Dade County, and is the cultural, economic and financial center of South Florida. The city covers an area of about 56 square miles between the Everglades to the west and Biscayne Bay to the east – Wikipedia. – wikipedia.