Puerto Madero, Mexico records 6.9 strong earthquake

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Written by Linda Hohnholz

A large 6.9 earthquake was recorded at 6.23 am this Monday morning local time at Puerto Madero, Mexico. The region is frequented by tourists and locals.

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A large 6.9 earthquake was recorded at 6.23 am this Monday morning local time at Puerto Madero, Mexico. The region is frequented by tourists and locals.

Nearby Cities
2km (1mi) NNE of Puerto Madero, Mexico
22km (14mi) SW of Tapachula, Mexico
29km (18mi) NW of Suchiate, Mexico
29km (18mi) WNW of Ciudad Tecun Uman, Guatemala
204km (127mi) W of Guatemala City, Guatemala

According to local media reports 5 people so far got killed. Reports are coming in about some buildings damages. No widespread devastating damages are expected.

The quake was felt strongly in the Mexican states of Chiapas and Tabasco with an epicenter about 170 miles southwest of Mexico City.
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reviewed the event but did not issue any warning to California or Hawaii based on the seismic data.


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