Jasmine Fernández17 July 2026 18:36
USGS revises earthquake magnitude to 7.3 as tsunami threat radius confirmed
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has officially downgraded the magnitude of the earthquake off the coast of Chiapas from an initial 7.4 to a 7.3.
Despite the slight revision, scientists emphasize that the tremor remains classified as a major, highly powerful seismic event.
Jasmine Fernández17 July 2026 18:00
In pictures: Powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake hits Mexico
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Jasmine Fernández17 July 2026 17:54
‘We were upstairs when it started shaking’
In the town of Suchiate, located along the river that separates Mexico from Guatemala, coastal areas are being monitored for risk of a tsunami, according to Mayor Elmer Vázquez Gallardo.
In Tapachula, the main city on Mexico’s southern border, the tremor began mildly but gradually intensified.
“We were upstairs on the second floor when it started shaking; we thought it would pass, but then it got stronger, so we all went downstairs and evacuated in an orderly manner to the front courtyard,” Alejandra Mendoza, an administrative employee at a public hospital in the city, explained to The Associated Press.
(USGS)
Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 July 2026 17:20
Here are the latest photos from the scene. We’ll bring you more as we have them.
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Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 July 2026 17:06
Tsunami waves up to 1m possible off coasts of Mexico and Guatemala
Tsunami waves reaching between 0.3m and 1m above the tide level are possible for some coasts of Guatemala and Mexico, the US Tsunami Warning System has said.
Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 July 2026 16:57
People evacuate building following earthquake
Picture shows people evacuate a building after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Mexico’s southern state of Chiapas.
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Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 July 2026 16:52
Where did the earthquake happen?
The earthquake occurred off the coast of Mexico’s southern state of Chiapas, which has triggered concerns of a tsunami.
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Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 July 2026 16:45
Residents ran onto the streets after earthquake felt in Guatemala City
In Guatemala City, the earthquake shook buildings and prompted some residents to dash from their homes on to the street, according to a Reuters witness.
Local media in Guatemala showed footage of staff evacuating a government building as security protocols were activated.
The tremor was also felt in El Salvador, another Reuters witness said.
Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 July 2026 16:43
No injuries or damage reported yet, state governor says
The governor of the southern Mexican state of Oaxaca has urged citizens to “remain calm”.
He added the earthquake was felt with “moderate intensity” but said “no significant damage” has been reported.
He wrote on X: “To date, no significant damage has been reported. Citizens are urged to remain calm, follow the authorities’ recommendations, and stay informed solely through official channels.”
Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 July 2026 16:40