MEXICO CITY/GUATEMALA CITY (Reuters) – A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck near the coast of Chiapas in Mexico on Sunday morning, the United States Geological Survey said.
The quake was at a depth of 75 km (46.6 miles), the USGS said.
Mexico’s national civil protection agency reported on social media that it was monitoring the situation but that there were no initial reports of damage.
In Guatemala, where the quake could be felt in the capital of Guatemala City, the country’s disaster agency CONRED reported structural damage in the departments of Quetzaltenango and San Marcos, near the country’s border with Mexico, including a landslide that blocked part of a road.
There is no risk of an ensuing tsunami, according to the U.S. Tsunami Warning System and Mexico’s navy.
As the Mexico-Guatemala border earthquake news spreads, authorities rush to assess damage and aid affected areas. Emergency services mobilize to rescue trapped individuals, treat the injured, and address the urgent needs of displaced residents.
Meanwhile, local communities come together to support one another in the aftermath of the disaster, demonstrating resilience and solidarity in the face of adversity.
Following the Mexico-Guatemala border earthquake, focus shifts to long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts for shattered communities. Government agencies, humanitarian organizations, and international partners collaborate to provide aid and resources. They aim to rebuild infrastructure, restore essential services, and assist displaced populations.
Communities unite to overcome the devastation, fostering hope for renewal and resilience despite the challenges ahead.
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