6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Eastern Cuba Amid Recovery Efforts

The powerful quake hit near Bartolome Maso, following a series of natural disasters that have strained Cuba's infrastructure.

The earthquake, with its epicenter near Bartolome Maso, was preceded by a 5.9 magnitude tremor an hour earlier.
No tsunami warning was issued, and there are no immediate reports of casualties, though damage to homes and infrastructure has been observed.
The quake affected major cities like Santiago de Cuba, causing buildings to shake and residents to flee into the streets.
Cuba is still grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Rafael, which caused widespread power outages and structural damage.
The region's vulnerability is heightened due to aging infrastructure and recent natural disasters, complicating recovery efforts.