A powerful 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck southern and central Mexico on Friday, killing at least two people, injuring over a dozen others, and causing moderate damage near the tourist hub of Acapulco.
The earthquake’s epicenter was located near San Marcos in the southwestern state of Guerrero, close to Acapulco. Guerrero Governor Evelyn Salgado confirmed the death of a 50-year-old woman in the state, while Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada reported that a 60-year-old man died and 12 others were injured in the capital.
Moderate structural damage was reported in several areas, though widespread catastrophic destruction was avoided. In Mexico City, authorities worked through the night to restore services, with Brugada announcing late Friday that power had been returned to 98% of affected areas.
The quake, which was felt across multiple states, prompted brief evacuations and triggered memories of past devastating earthquakes in the region.
Emergency teams remain on alert for aftershocks as assessments of damage continue.
