The earthquake caused noticeable shaking in parts of South Florida, prompting evacuations in several buildings in Miami. While no injuries or significant damage were reported, the event highlights the potential for seismic activity in regions not typically associated with earthquakes. The USGS noted that this was one of only five or six earthquakes of magnitude 5 or greater ever recorded in the Gulf of Mexico. Residents in affected areas experienced mild tremors, but the risk of further seismic activity or aftershocks remains low according to current assessments.