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Magnitude 5.7 Earthquake Strikes Hawaii's Big Island, No Tsunami Warning Issued

The earthquake, initially reported as magnitude 6.3, caused no major damage or injuries but led to power outages and minor landslides.

Overview

  • A magnitude 5.7 earthquake hit Hawaii's Big Island on Friday, centered near Pahala and at a depth of 23 miles.
  • No tsunami warning was issued following the earthquake, and no major damage or injuries have been reported.
  • The earthquake caused power outages affecting about 300 customers in Naalehu and minor landslides.
  • Scientists believe the earthquake was caused by the weight of the Hawaiian Islands bending and stressing the Earth's crust.
  • The earthquake was felt as far as Honolulu, about 200 miles from the epicenter.