Two people killed in magnitude 6.5 earthquake in Mexico
Summary
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake hit southern and central Mexico on Friday, causing at least two deaths and several injuries. The earthquake's epicenter was near Acapulco, in the state of Guerrero, where aftershocks were also felt.Key Facts
- The earthquake occurred in the southwestern state of Guerrero, near Acapulco.
- At least two people were killed: a 50-year-old woman in Guerrero and a 60-year-old man in Mexico City.
- Mexico City's mayor reported 12 injuries and ongoing aftershocks.
- Residents were advised to have a "Life Backpack" with essentials like water and non-perishable food.
- The Mexican Seismic Alert System prompted people to evacuate buildings.
- The alert system was established after the 1985 earthquake in Mexico, which killed over 10,000 people.
- Buildings in Mexico City and Acapulco swayed during the quake.
- 34 buildings and 5 homes are being inspected for structural safety.
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