A magnitude 6.2 earthquake, on Sunday struck southwest Mexico, as reported by the US Geological Survey. The quake’s epicenter was located just eight kilometers (five miles) from Coalcomán de Vázquez Pallares, a small municipality with a population of approximately 20,000 people.
Situated about 600 kilometers (373 miles) west of Mexico City, the quake occurred at a depth of 86.2 kilometers (53.5 miles).
There have been no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has taken to the social media platform X addressing the situation, stating that the national emergency services had initiated review protocols in the affected area and found “no new developments” so far.
Mexico’s geographic location makes it one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world. Resting on five tectonic plates, the country regularly experiences seismic activity, particularly along its Pacific coast.
The nation has endured some devastating earthquakes in its history. In 1985, an 8.1 magnitude quake struck near the Pacific coast, causing widespread destruction in central and southern Mexico, including Mexico City.
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Tragically, thousands lost their lives in that disaster. More recently, on September 19, 2017, a 7.1 magnitude earthquake shook the region, claiming 369 lives, most of them in the capital.
Interestingly, September 19 holds an eerie significance in Mexico’s earthquake history. In 2022, on the very same date, central Mexico was rocked by another significant earthquake—mere hours after millions participated in an annual earthquake drill commemorating the 1985 tragedy.
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