Two Killed in 6.5 Magnitude Earthquake in Mexico

At least two people have died in Mexico after a 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck the southwestern part of the country. The earthquake occurred at 07:58 local time (15:58 Cyprus time).

The epicenter was located near San Marcos, in the state of Guerrero, about 400 kilometers from the capital. The US Geological Survey (USGS) estimated the focal depth at 35 kilometers.

President Claudia Sheinbaum interrupted her daily press conference. Initially, no serious damage was reported in the capital or in the state of Guerrero. However, authorities later reported one death in the capital and 12 injuries. In San Marcos, one person died when their house collapsed.

According to the Mexican Seismological Service, 546 aftershocks were recorded. No tsunami warning was issued.

Mexico is located above the convergence of five tectonic plates, making it prone to earthquakes.