A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck in the Gulf of Mexico, approximately 104 km (65 miles) west-northwest of Mantua, Cuba, on June 8, 2026. The earthquake’s epicenter was offshore, but shaking was felt across western Cuba, parts of Florida, and Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula.
Areas in Mexico That Felt the Quake
Residents reported noticeable shaking in:
- Cancún
- Playa del Carmen
- Tulum
- Parts of the states of Yucatán and Quintana Roo
Emergency protocols were activated, and some buildings were evacuated as a precaution, though no significant damage or injuries were immediately reported.
Why It Was Significant
- It was one of the strongest earthquakes recorded in this part of the Gulf of Mexico in modern times.
- The quake occurred at a relatively shallow depth of about 26 km (16 miles), allowing the shaking to travel long distances.
- Seismologists noted that earthquakes of this size are uncommon in this region.
Tsunami Threat?
Officials reported no tsunami warning or threat following the earthquake.
