7.3-Magnitude Quake Occurs Off Mexico's Pacific Coast
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7.3-Magnitude Quake Occurs Off Mexico's Pacific Coast

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A 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck about 30 miles southwest of Aquiles Serdán, Mexico, early Friday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

A 7.3-magnitude earthquake hit the North Pacific Ocean at 8:48 a.m. Mexico Central time on Friday, with its epicenter located roughly 30 miles southwest of Aquiles Serdán, Mexico, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported. Initial USGS data had listed the magnitude as 7.4, but seismologists said the figure may be adjusted as more information becomes available. The agency also noted that the shake-severity map could be updated pending further analysis.

USGS officials reminded that aftershocks can continue for days, weeks or even years, sometimes matching or exceeding the magnitude of the main shock, potentially affecting already impacted areas.

Source

The New York Times

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