**Urgent – Immediate Broadcast Requested**
**Tsunami Bulletin Number 1**
Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service
Antigua and Barbuda Tsunami Warning Focal Point and Tsunami Warning Centre
7:15 pm AST Wednesday 24 October 2025
…**Tsunami Information Statement** …
This is a Tsunami Information Statement to inform the public and authorities that, based on current data, there is no tsunami threat to Antigua and Barbuda following the recent seismic activity.
**Preliminary Earthquake Parameters:**
* **Magnitude:** 6.1
* **Origin Time and Date:** 6:22 AST (2222 UTC) September 24, 2025
* **Coordinates:** 10.0° North, 70.9° West
* **Depth:** 10 km/6 miles
* **Location:** Venezuela
**Evaluation:**
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.1 occurred in northern Venezuela at 6:22 am on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
Based on all available data, there is no significant tsunami threat from this earthquake. However, there is a very small possibility of tsunami waves along the Caribbean coasts located nearest the epicentre.
**Recommended Actions:**
* No action required.
* Stay Updated – We advise the public to stay informed by following updates from the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service and other official channels.
* Preparedness Reminder – While there is no immediate risk, this is a good time to review your tsunami evacuation plans and ensure familiarity with designated safe areas, especially if you are in coastal zones.
**Next Update and Additional Information:**
This will be the only statement issued for this event unless additional data are received or the situation changes.
Stay tuned to updates from the Met Service through **antiguamet.com** and Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Instagram **@abmetservice**.
