According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the epicenter of a recent earthquake was located 48 kilometers southwest of the city of Aquiles Serdán in the Mexican state of Chiapas. Competing seismic data from the European-Mediterranean Seismological Center indicated that Mexico experienced initial tremors from an earthquake measuring magnitude 7.3, followed by a subsequent event of magnitude 6.
In response to the seismic activity, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum issued statements confirming that, at the time of reporting, there were no official reports of damage in the Mexican states of Chiapas and Tabasco. However, the Mexican Navy issued a precautionary advisory, recommending that the public avoid approaching beaches for a period of six hours due to the potential risk of a tsunami. The earthquake off the coast generated reports of moderate to strong ground shaking across the region.
Specifically, the USGS noted that damage reports were received for areas within the Pacific Ocean closest to the earthquake’s epicenter. These varied reports underscore the ongoing assessment of the impact across the Mexican coastline. Authorities continue to monitor the situation, advising residents to follow the guidance provided by local emergency services regarding the aftermath of the earthquake.
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