Today in Bajan History| February 8th 1843 The Great Caribbean Earthquake

February 08, 2026 00:03:38
Today in Bajan History| February 8th 1843 The Great Caribbean Earthquake
TODAY IN BAJAN HISTORY
Today in Bajan History| February 8th 1843 The Great Caribbean Earthquake

Feb 08 2026 | 00:03:38

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Show Notes

This Today in Bajan History segment recalls the catastrophic earthquake that struck the Eastern Caribbean on February 8, 1843, now believed to be the strongest ever recorded in the region, with an estimated magnitude of 8.5. Centred near Guadeloupe.

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