Magnitude 6 Earthquake Hits Hawaii's Big Island
Magnitude 6 quake strikes Hawaii’s Big Island
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A magnitude 6 earthquake struck Hawaii's Big Island, felt across the islands of Maui and Oahu. The quake, occurring at a depth of about 23 kilometers, did not trigger a tsunami warning, and there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. The USGS also noted that the Kilauea volcano is expected to erupt again between May 24 and May 27, 2024.
- 01The earthquake occurred at a depth of approximately 23 kilometers.
- 02The USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that Kilauea has been erupting since December 23, 2024.
- 03Forecast models indicate the next eruption of Kilauea could happen between May 24 and May 27, 2024.
- 04The quake was widely felt across Hawaii, Maui, and Oahu.
- 05The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center confirmed that no tsunami was expected from the quake.
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A magnitude 6 earthquake struck Hawaii's Big Island, felt throughout the islands of Maui and Oahu. The quake occurred at a depth of about 23 kilometers, and the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center confirmed that no tsunami was expected. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties following the tremor. This seismic activity comes as Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, continues to erupt intermittently since December 23, 2024. The US Geological Survey (USGS) has forecasted that the next eruption of Kilauea could take place between May 24 and May 27, 2024.
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The earthquake's tremors were felt across multiple islands, potentially affecting residents and local infrastructure.
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