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Magnitude 5.8 earthquake hits off Cuba

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A 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Cuba early Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey has said

It, however, disclosed that there were no immediate reports of damage.

The quake hit at a depth of 11.6 kilometres (7.2 miles) about 49 kilometres south-southwest of the port of Maisi at 12:28 am (0428 GMT), according to the USGS.

Cuba had just started to restore electricity following a total power blackout earlier on Monday, as the United States pursues its oil blockade against the island’s communist government.

The USGS put the alert level for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses at green, meaning “low likelihood for casualties and damage”.

US President Donald Trump vowed on Monday to “take” Cuba, with reports saying his administration has signalled to Cuban officials that Washington wants President Miguel Diaz-Canel to be removed from power.

AFP

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