Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake Hits Southwestern Mexico with No Damage Reported

A 6.2 magnitude earthquake shook southwestern Mexico, resulting in no significant damage or casualties, prompting a review of emergency protocols.

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On January 12, 2025, a magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck near Aquila in southwestern Mexico. With no reported casualties or damage, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated that emergency protocols were being reviewed. The quake triggered 329 aftershocks, although initial reports of its magnitude varied between 6.1 and 6.2. Historically, Mexico's seismic vulnerability is highlighted by past devastating earthquakes, particularly the 1985 disaster that killed thousands. Residents experienced shaking in cities like Coalcomán, but major infrastructure appears intact, with agencies monitoring the situation closely.

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A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck a region in southwestern Mexico early Sunday, according to the United States Geological Survey, causing no serious damage or casualties.
6.2 earthquake jolts southwestern Mexico, causing no damage or casualties
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Mexico is no stranger to earthquakes because of its position near colliding sections of the earth’s crust.
A 6.2 earthquake jolts southwestern Mexico, causing no damage or casualties
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Mexico lies on five tectonic plates that make it one of the world's most earthquake-vulnerable countries, particularly on the Pacific coast.
6.2 magnitude earthquake strikes southwest Mexico
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Mexico is no stranger to earthquakes because of its position near colliding sections of the earth’s crust.
A 6.2 Earthquake Jolts Southwestern Mexico, Causing No Damage or Casualties
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