A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck the border region between Mexico‘s Chiapas state and Guatemala on May 12, 2024, at 16:17 local time (22:17 UTC). Initial reports indicate strong shaking was felt across southern Mexico and in parts of Guatemala, prompting safety checks and triggering emergency response protocols.
The quake’s epicenter was located near the town of Motozintla, Chiapas, according to the National Seismological Network of Mexico. While a tsunami warning was not issued, residents in affected areas experienced significant ground movement, raising concerns about potential structural damage and landslides. The region is seismically active, situated along the Pacific Ring of Fire, making earthquakes a recurring threat. This event follows a history of larger, more devastating earthquakes in the region, including a 7.1 magnitude quake in 2017 that caused widespread destruction in Mexico City and surrounding states.Authorities are currently assessing the extent of the damage and potential casualties.
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