Earthquake Off Cuba Felt In Florida

(TAMPA, Florida) — Residents across much of Florida felt the ground shake Monday afternoon as a magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck offshore western Cuba, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The quake hit at 2 p.m. EDT (18:00 UTC), centered 104 km (65 miles) west-northwest of Mantua in Pinar del Río province, at coordinates 22.785°N 85.150°W. It struck at a depth of 26.0 km (16.2 miles) near the boundary between the North American and Caribbean tectonic plates.

Update: Shaking has been felt across much of Florida in the aftermath of the 6.1 magnitude quake just west of Cuba.

*NO* tsunami threat is expected from the earthquake. https://t.co/v8qFN0vbs8 pic.twitter.com/qJBSOGE5PR

— NWS Miami (@NWSMiami) June 8, 2026

According to the USGS ShakeMap and “Did You Feel It?” community reports, the shaking reached a maximum estimated intensity of V (Moderate) near the epicenter.

In Florida, reports showed lighter but noticeable effects extending northward. Community-submitted data indicated a maximum reported intensity of IV (Light) in parts of the state, with grid squares on the map marking felt reports from Miami through Tampa Bay and up to the Orlando area.

Shaking from the recent M6.1 earthquake offshore of Cuba was felt in Florida, where earthquakes are not commonly felt. Did you feel it? (If you’re in the area and did not feel it, that’s data too!)https://t.co/qpvppLHKj2 pic.twitter.com/poFijbHQ7d

— USGS Earthquakes (@USGS_Quakes) June 8, 2026

The USGS PAGER alert level is Green, signaling a low likelihood of significant casualties or economic losses. Little to no area is expected to experience landslides or liquefaction, and population exposure in affected zones is minimal. No tsunami information is associated with the event, and aftershocks remain possible in the region.

Florida rarely experiences noticeable earthquakes, making Monday’s event stand out for residents who reported a brief rolling or rumbling sensation, particularly in upper floors or areas with items rattling on shelves.

For the latest official data, interactive ShakeMap, full DYFI reports, and the ability to submit your own felt report, visit the USGS event page.

All information is sourced exclusively from USGS products and may be updated as additional data is analyzed.