A magnitude 6.2 earthquake shook southwest Mexico on Sunday, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). The tremor was centered near Coalcoman de Vazquez Pallares, a municipality of approximately 20,000 residents, located roughly 600 kilometers (373 miles) west of Mexico City.
The quake struck at a depth of 86.2 kilometers (53.6 miles).
No Immediate Reports of Casualties or Damage
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) that national emergency services were reviewing the situation.
“There are no new developments and [emergency services] are initiating review protocols,” Sheinbaum shared.
Mexico’s Earthquake Vulnerability
Mexico is situated on five tectonic plates, making it one of the most seismically active regions in the world, particularly along its Pacific coast. The country has a history of devastating earthquakes:
- 1985: A magnitude 8.1 quake centered on the Pacific coast caused widespread destruction, killing thousands and heavily impacting Mexico City.
- 2017: A magnitude 7.1 quake on September 19 resulted in 369 fatalities, with most casualties occurring in the capital.
- 2022: On the same date, central Mexico experienced another significant earthquake just hours after a nationwide earthquake drill.
Ongoing Monitoring
Authorities continue to assess the impact of Sunday’s earthquake. Residents in the affected areas are encouraged to remain vigilant and follow safety protocols as emergency teams conduct further evaluations.
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