Sharjah24 – Reuters: Buildings shook in Mexico City on Tuesday night, sending people running into the street as a powerful earthquake struck southwest of the country near the resort of Acapulco.
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said a 7.0 magnitude quake struck 11 miles (17.7 km) northeast of Acapulco, Guerrero.
Civil Protection Authorities of Guerrero state said the quake, initially measured by the USGS at a magnitude of 7.4, caused rock falls and landslides onto roads.
The quake also did damage to buildings in Acapulco, a witness said.
Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum said there were no immediate reports of serious damage in the capital.
The USGS said the quake was very shallow, only 7.8 miles (12.5 km) below the surface, which would have amplified the shaking effect.
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