In brief
On Friday, a 7.3‑magnitude earthquake struck approximately 30 km east of Puerto Madero, triggering a tsunami warning across parts of the Pacific. National and local authorities in Mexico, Guatemala and El Salvador advised beachgoers to stay away from the coast, while monitoring aftershocks that have risen to magnitude 6. No fatalities have been reported, and damage remains limited. The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration recorded waves up to 0.3 metres in several Mexican provinces, and the threat was subsequently lifted after 12–28 minutes of activity. Governments called for calm and continued vigilance as seismic activity continues in the region.
Magnitude 7.3 earthquake off the southern coast of Mexico struck near Puerto Madero on Friday afternoon (08:49 local time), prompting a tsunami warning along portions of the Pacific coast.
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a depth of 15.2 km (9 miles) and recorded a series of aftershocks ranging from magnitude 4.7 to 6.0.
No fatalities or major structural damage have been reported in Mexico, Guatemala or El Salvador. Mexican Navy Secretary Admiral Raymundo Morales emphasized that the impact was minor, advising residents to avoid beaches until authorities confirm safety.
US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued a warning of “hazardous” tsunami waves, though wave heights recorded were modest, 0.3 m (approximately 1.1 ft) above tide level in Puerto Madero and Chiapas. The central office later lifted the threat after 12–28 minutes of wave activity.
Regional officials urged calm and compliance with local directives: Governor Salomón Jara Cruz of Oaxaca and Governor Eduardo Ramírez of Chiapas canceled administrative and public sector activities as a precaution.
Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo announced emergency measures following a 5.6‑magnitude earthquake in Quetzaltenango, noting no casualties to date.
