Earthquake of magnitude 6.3 jolts southern Mexico; no serious damage reported
A strong earthquake measuring magnitude 6.3 struck southern Mexico’s Guerrero state early Friday, sending tremors across a wide region and prompting temporary evacuations, officials and seismological agencies reported.
According to the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ), the quake’s epicenter was located off the Pacific coast at a shallow depth of about 10 km (6.2 miles), a factor that contributed to noticeable shaking felt in both Guerrero and distant areas, including the capital, Mexico City.
The seismic event occurred while President Claudia Sheinbaum was delivering a morning press briefing, causing earthquake alarms to blare and briefly interrupting the address. The president and journalists calmly evacuated the venue before the conference resumed without further incident.
Residents reported feeling moderate shaking in coastal cities such as Acapulco, where buildings swayed and people rushed into the streets as a precaution. Despite the intensity of the tremors, local authorities quickly confirmed that there were no immediate reports of serious structural damage, casualties, or injuries in Guerrero or Mexico City.
Emergency services were placed on alert following the quake, and officials continued to monitor conditions across the affected regions. Seismic alarms triggered widespread evacuations of homes, offices, and public buildings as residents sought safety outdoors.
While the quake caused alarm and disruption, the absence of major damage or reported casualties offered relief, underscoring the effectiveness of Mexico’s earthquake warning systems and preparedness in this seismically active region.
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