Mexico Shakes: A Day of Tremors and Alerts

A Sudden Interruption

Mexico felt a significant jolt on a Friday. A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck the southern and central parts of the country. The quake was powerful enough to disrupt the president's first press conference of the year. Alarms blared, and people rushed outside for safety.

Epicenter Near San Marcos

The earthquake's epicenter was near San Marcos in Guerrero, close to the popular beach destination of Acapulco. The state's emergency team reported landslides on roads around Acapulco.

Widespread Impact

Both locals and tourists in Mexico City and Acapulco felt the ground tremble. They swiftly moved into the streets for safety.

Depth and Location

The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the quake was approximately 21.7 miles deep, near Rancho Viejo, a small mountain town about 57 miles from Acapulco.

President's Update

The president later announced no major damage. She spoke with the governor of Guerrero, who provided the update.

A Doctor's Experience

A doctor living near Acapulco heard a loud noise. He recalled that all the dogs in his neighborhood started barking. Then, his phone alert went off, and the shaking began. He noted that it was not as strong as other quakes he had experienced.

He had packed a bag with essentials, ready to evacuate if necessary. Aftershocks continued, and he struggled to reach some friends due to downed phone lines.