The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) has advised that there is no tsunami threat to Barbados following a magnitude 6.9 earthquake recorded this morning.
According to the BMS, the earthquake occurred at approximately 8:17 a.m. today near the northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge.
Authorities stressed that there are no tsunami watches or warnings in effect for Barbados and no impacts are expected.
Preliminary data from the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center indicated the earthquake occurred at a depth of 1 kilometre, with coordinates of 23.8°N and 45.8°W.
The BMS said the alert level remains GREEN and the information statement was issued to keep the public informed while preventing unnecessary concern or evacuation. (BMS)