Key facts
- A 7.3 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coasts of Mexico and Guatemala.
- A tsunami alert was issued for the affected region.
- The earthquake was felt across Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.
- Two minor injuries were reported in southern Mexico.
- In-person classes were suspended in several Guatemalan departments.
- Tsunami waves up to 1 meter were possible off the coasts of Mexico and Guatemala.
A 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck off the coasts of Mexico and Guatemala, triggering a tsunami alert. The tremor was felt from Mexico City to El Salvador. Authorities reported no severe damage or casualties, though two people sustained minor injuries in southern Mexico. The U.S. Geological Survey located the epicenter southwest of Aquiles Serdan at a depth of 15 kilometers, and it was followed by at least 10 aftershocks. In Tapachula, Mexico, residents described the shaking intensifying, leading to an orderly evacuation. A migrant woman suffered a nervous breakdown and jumped from an apartment building, sustaining fractures but is not in danger. In Guatemala City, the earthquake caused fear and evacuations. The Ministry of Education suspended classes in several departments. The Mexican capital's earthquake alert did not sound due to energy thresholds not being met. The navy recommended staying away from beaches due to tsunami risk, with potential waves up to 1 meter possible. Coastal areas in Suchiate are being monitored for tsunami risk. El Salvador also felt the quake strongly, with no reported damage or deaths, though a lesser earthquake occurred off its eastern coast.