Tuesday, January 12, 2010

7.0

There has been a major earthquake in Haiti, just outside of the capital city of Port-Au-Prince. The quakes magnitude is initially being reported as 7.0! Authorities say there is "substantial damage and casualties."
It is the largest quake recorded in the area, which was also felt in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and as far away as Cuba. A tsunami warning has been issued for the area so you may wish to check your travel arrangements if you had plans for the immediate future.
Read the full report HERE.


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