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Strong 6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Mexico, At Least Two Dead

Published January 3, 2026, 06:02
Strong 6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Mexico, At Least Two Dead

A strong 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck Mexico, causing at least two deaths and widespread damage to homes near the epicenter in the state of Guerrero. The earthquake occurred early in the morning (local time) and prompted residents to flee into the streets. The epicenter of the earthquake was located near San Marcos, about 400 kilometers from the capital, with a focal depth of 35 kilometers. According to authorities, one person died in the capital from an accident, while a woman lost her life in San Marcos when her home collapsed. In San Marcos, approximately 50 homes were completely destroyed, and most buildings have cracks. Residents report that the town was severely hit. 546 aftershocks were recorded, but they were weak. No tsunami warning was issued. The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, interrupted her daily press conference due to the earthquake.