A significant earthquake measuring magnitude 7.3 struck off the coast of Mexico’s Chiapas state, leading to the issuance of a tsunami warning. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported the magnitude, while the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center advised that hazardous tsunami waves could affect coastal areas within a 300-kilometer radius of the earthquake’s epicenter. This warning specifically pertains to sections of the Pacific Ocean nearest the seismic zone.
The earthquake’s epicenter was located near Puerto Madero, a significant port and fishing community situated approximately 13 kilometers from the Guatemalan border. The USGS initially reported a magnitude of 7.4 before revising the estimate to 7.3. Notably, the quake occurred at a shallow depth of only 10 kilometers, a depth often associated with more intense ground shaking and potential damage, including landslides.
Salomón Jara, the governor of Oaxaca, announced that the moderate-intensity earthquake was felt in the state capital. According to initial reports from the governor, there were no confirmed instances of injuries or significant structural damage. Furthermore, the tremors were reported in Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala, prompting some residents to take to the streets out of concern, according to Reuters.
The neighboring country of El Salvador also registered the shaking from the earthquake. The tsunami warning remains in effect for the specified coastal areas.
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