5.3 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Guam, No Injuries Reported

HAGATNA, Guam — A 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck early Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 6:02 a.m. local time, the U.S. Geological Survey reported. The quake occurred at a depth of 63.7 kilometers, approximately 75 kilometers east of Yigo Village. Authorities confirmed there is no tsunami threat to the Mariana Islands.

As of now, no significant damage or injuries have been reported in the aftermath of the tremor. Residents felt the quake but reported normalcy in their daily activities for the rest of the day. The seismological event comes as the region remains vigilant following several tremors recorded earlier this year.

Seismologist Kenneth Garcia noted, “The early detection systems in place worked effectively, allowing us to assess the situation without any immediate concerns.” Garcia urged residents to remain aware of local emergency procedures, even in the absence of damage or injuries from this quake.

In related seismic activity, scientists from the University of Athens have reported a decline in an earthquake swarm near the island of Santorini, Greece, which has been ongoing for nearly a month. This swarm, which has recorded more than 20,000 seismic events, has led to mass evacuations.

“Seismic activity continues to show a gradual decline,” stated the Interdisciplinary Committee for Risk and Crisis Management at the University of Athens in a recent report. “No new micro-seismic surges have been observed since February 15.”

Additionally, on February 25, another 5.3 magnitude earthquake occurred off the north coast of Vancouver Island, Canada. No damage was reported, and this quake was reportedly not felt by residents.

“Each earthquake event presents its own challenges, but preparedness is essential,” stated Ambrose Smith, a geophysicist monitoring seismic activities in B.C. “Public awareness and alerts are crucial in ensuring safety,” he added, referring to the alerts some British Columbians received on their cell phones during a previous quake.

As communities across the Pacific deal with the implications of these seismic events, experts continue to stress the importance of emergency preparedness in earthquake-prone regions.