Earthquake today that shook up the Caribbean and surrounding sister #island

Earthquake today that shook up the Caribbean and surrounding sister #island | Haiti

Jaiyeorie August 14, 2021

#jaiyeorie A 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Haiti on Saturday morning (August 14). The earthquake was about 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) northeast of Saint-Louis-du-Sud and 13 kilometers deep. A 5.2-magnitude aftershock hit later in the morning about 20 kilometers west-northwest of Cavaillon, Haiti. The U.S.Geological Survey said in a statement, “High casualties are probable and the disaster is likely widespread.” Video of the aftermath is being shared on social media and it is heartbreaking.