7.3 earthquake hits Mexico-Guatemala border with no immediate damage reported
Summary
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.3 occurred near the Mexico-Guatemala border, shaking areas from Mexico City to El Salvador. Officials reported no immediate serious damage or injuries, and authorities are monitoring coastal regions for possible tsunami risks.Key Facts
- The earthquake hit the southern Pacific coast of Mexico near the Guatemala border.
- It had a magnitude of 7.3, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
- The epicenter was 48 kilometers (30 miles) southwest of Aquiles Serdan, near Chiapas, Mexico.
- The quake was measured at a depth of 15 kilometers (9 miles).
- A smaller earthquake occurred just before the main quake, farther out in the ocean.
- Residents in Tapachula, Mexico, felt the earthquake gradually getting stronger, leading them to evacuate buildings safely.
- Officials, including the mayor of Suchiate, are watching coastal areas for possible tsunami threats.
- No severe damage or casualties have been reported so far.
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