What was the magnitude of the earthquake that hit Mexico?

The earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 6.5.

Where was the epicenter of the Mexico earthquake?

The epicenter was near San Marcos in the southern state of Guerrero, Mexico.

Did the earthquake in Mexico cause significant damage?

Initial reports from Governor Evelyn Salgado to President Sheinbaum indicated no serious damage so far.

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Mexico Rattled: 6.5 Quake Interrupts President's First Briefing

2 Jan

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Summary

A magnitude 6.5 earthquake epicenter was near San Marcos, Guerrero.
The tremor occurred at a depth of 35 kilometers, northeast of Acapulco.
President Sheinbaum spoke with officials; no serious damage reported so far.

Mexico Rattled: 6.5 Quake Interrupts President's First Briefing

A significant 6.5 magnitude earthquake jolted southern and central Mexico on Friday, causing alarm and interrupting President Claudia Sheinbaum's inaugural press briefing for the new year. The seismic alarms sounded across the region, prompting immediate attention.

The earthquake's epicenter was located near San Marcos in the state of Guerrero, a region situated near the Pacific coast resort town of Acapulco. Mexico's national seismological agency confirmed the magnitude, while the U.S. Geological Survey specified its depth and proximity to Rancho Viejo. Residents and tourists in both Mexico City and Acapulco experienced the shaking.

Following the tremor, President Sheinbaum resumed her press conference and stated she had communicated with Guerrero's Governor, Evelyn Salgado. Governor Salgado reported that, as of the briefing, no serious damage had been reported. People in affected areas evacuated buildings and gathered in the streets.