28 Nov 2023 | 04:31 PM UTC
Barbados: Magnitude-5.1 offshore earthquake occurs in North Atlantic Ocean south-southwest of Bridgetown 11:26 Nov. 28
Magnitude-5.1 offshore earthquake occurs off Barbados at around 11:26 Nov. 28. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
A magnitude-5.1 offshore earthquake occurred in the North Atlantic Ocean off Barbados at around 11:26 Nov. 28. The epicenter was about 53 km (34 miles) south-southwest of Bridgetown, Barbados. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 39.3 km (24 miles), and weak-to-light shaking was probably felt throughout Barbados, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and parts of Saint Lucia. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are possible over the coming days.
Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter. The event has not prompted any tsunami advisories.
Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.
