On Monday, a significant earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale struck off the northwestern coast of Cuba, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The quake, which occurred at a shallow depth of 26 kilometers (16 miles), had its epicenter approximately 104 kilometers west-northwest of Mantua, Cuba, a town located a few hours from Havana. This seismic event is notable as it is one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the region in nearly 150 years. According to Paul Earle, a seismologist at the USGS, the earthquake was unusual for this part of the Caribbean, where seismic activity is generally less frequent and tends to occur along tectonic plate boundaries rather than within them. The tremors were felt not only in Cuba but also in parts of Mexico and Florida, regions that are typically not prone to earthquakes. As this is a developing story, further updates are expected regarding the impact and aftershocks of the quake.