7.3 Earthquake Hits Mexico-Guatemala Border with No Immediate Damage Reported
Tapachula, Mexico – A strong earthquake struck the southern Mexican Pacific coast today, right on the border with Guatemala, and was felt from Mexico City to El Salvador. Authorities have not immediately reported any severe damage or casualties in any country.
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the earthquake had a magnitude of 7.3 with the epicenter 48 kilometers (30 miles) southwest of Aquiles Serdan, near the coast of Chiapas and at a depth of 15 kilometers (9 miles).
In Tapachula, the main city on Mexico’s southern border, the tremor began mildly but gradually intensified. Residents reported feeling the earthquake upstairs on the second floor before evacuating to the front courtyard.
The earthquake also frightened residents in Guatemala City, leading to widespread evacuation during rush hour. In Mexico City, buildings creaked and shook, but the earthquake alert did not sound due to the earthquake’s energy not exceeding activation thresholds.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed that preliminary reports showed no damage. The navy recommended staying away from beaches for six hours due to tsunami risk. Authorities in Suchiate, a town along the river separating Mexico from Guatemala, are monitoring coastal areas for potential tsunami damage.
The region is known for its seismic activity, with previous deadly earthquakes occurring in the area.
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