Official Earthquake Thread

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From: The Honolulu Star Advertiser
6.2 magnitude earthquake strikes south of Big Isle; no tsunami threat

By Star-Advertiser Staff
Today (October 11, 2021)
Updated 1:35 pm

The National Weather Service in Honolulu says no tsunami threat has resulted from a 6.2 magnitude earthquake that struck south of Hawaii island today.

Strong shaking was recorded throughout Hawaii island and across most of the main islands, according to the U.S. Geologic Survey. Residents throughout Oahu reported feeling the tremor, and over 1,300 reports of shaking came into the USGS “Did you feel it?” reporting system within one hour of the earthquake.

The initial quake was followed by a magnitude 4.3 temblor in the same area and at least five other aftershocks 2.5 or greater. ...

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