Mexico: 5.2-magnitude earthquake located in the far south of Guerrero state at approximately 22:55 CST on April 18

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It happened

A 5.2-magnitude earthquake occurred in the far south of the state of Oaxaca at around 22:55 CST. The epicenter was about 6 kilometers (4 miles) northeast of San Luis San Pedro. The earthquake occurred at a depth of about 10 kilometers (6 miles), and a slight jolt may have been felt throughout Guerrero, southeastern Michoacan, southern Mexico, and the states of Morelos. There were no initial reports of damage or injuries as a result of the earthquake; Major damage is unlikely. It can take several hours for authorities to make comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Mild aftershocks are likely in the coming days.

Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the earthquake area to check for damage. Minor disruptions may occur during closures, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utilities outages are possible, particularly near the epicenter.

advice

Accordingly plan aftershocks. Consider evacuating multi-storey buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow extra time for air and land travel, as aftershocks can create short turbulences. Look for updated road condition information before driving in the mountainous areas of the affected area due to possible landslides.

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