Residents across Florida took to social media on June 8, 2026, discussing a possible earthquake after reports of tremors from a 6.1-magnitude quake in Cuba. The Florida Today earthquake database, updated hourly with data from seismic networks, shows no significant activity in Brevard County. The database, accessible at data.floridatoday.com/earthquake, tracks earthquakes by state and includes graphics showing how many quakes occur annually. Florida recorded one earthquake this year as of June 8, compared to over 19,000 each in Alaska and California. The National Weather Service-Miami reported the Cuba quake was felt in parts of Southwest Florida, Orlando, and Tampa, but not in Brevard. WDW News Today noted guests at Walt Disney World felt the tremors. Earthquakes are labeled 'significant' based on magnitude, number of 'Did You Feel It?' responses, and PAGER alert levels. Florida, known more for hurricanes than quakes, is in the early stages of tracking seismic activity. The USA TODAY Network offers similar databases on weather, traffic, and hurricanes. The Florida Today database updates every 10 minutes and includes a map showing quake locations. Brevard County residents can check the database for real-time information. The 6.1 quake in Cuba, which occurred after 2 p.m. ET, was the only notable event in Florida this year. The database helps residents compare quake frequency across states and understand what constitutes a significant event.
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Earthquake chatter in Florida: What the data shows
Residents across Florida discussed a possible earthquake on June 8, but Brevard County was not among the areas affected, according to new data from FLORIDA TODAY.
Source: Florida Today