The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a powerful earthquake rocked southwest Mexico near the beach resort of Acapulco late Tuesday, shaking the capital, Mexico City, hundreds of miles away. USGS said the 7.0 magnitude quake struck 11 miles northeast of the resort of Acapulco, located in the country's Pacific coast state of Guerrero. The depth of the quake was shallow, measured at approximately 7.8 miles. Nearly a hundred aftershocks were reported, including a 5.2 magnitude.
Reuters notes the quake caused hillsides around the resort area to collapse and damaged buildings. So far, injuries appear minimal, with one death.
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Poster Comment:
Expect more quakes and volcanoes. If that volcano outside Mexico City ever erupts, Mexico will be done for.