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Could another earthquake in the Gulf hit? Here’s the aftershock forecast
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake near western Cuba, felt across parts of Florida, may be followed by aftershocks. The USGS forecasts a 98% chance of a magnitude 3+ aftershock in seven days and a 3% chance of a magnitude 6+ earthquake over 30 days. The National Tsunami Warning Center confirmed no tsunami threat for Florida or the Gulf Coast.
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