No tsunami threat to Barbados after earthquake

There is no tsunami threat to Barbados following an earthquake in the Leeward Islands on Saturday morning.

In a statement, the Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) said the earthquake occurred at approximately 10:50 a.m. local time. Based on available data, officials stressed that there are no tsunami watches or warnings in effect for Barbados.

The agency also noted that no impacts are expected locally as a result of the seismic event.

According to preliminary information from the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, the earthquake had a magnitude of 6.1. It occurred at 17.6° north and 61.0° west, at an approximate depth of 39 miles in the Leeward Islands region.

The BMS is encouraging the public to remain calm and to continue monitoring official channels for updates.