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6.1-magnitude earthquake near Cuba sends shockwaves across Florida

Viewers report shaking in Central Florida

Haley Coomes, Digital Journalist

ORLANDO, Fla. – A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck near Cuba and Mexico, sending tremors that were felt as far away as Central Florida.

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake’s epicenter was located approximately 65 miles from Mantua, Cuba.

National Weather Service Miami said it received several reports of shaking felt across much of Florida after a 6.1-magnitude earthquake just west of Cuba. (Copyright 2026 by National Weather Service - All rights reserved.)

According to the National Weather Service, no tsunami threat is expected from the earthquake.

News 6 received calls from viewers in Central Florida, particularly in the Clermont area, reporting that they felt the tremors.

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