6.3 earthquake strikes off coast of Mexico near Cabo San Lucas
Earthquake struck at depth of roughly 10km
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Your support makes all the difference.A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Mexico on Sunday afternoon, according to the US Geological Survey.
The quake, which occured at about 10km of depth, took place around 1.30pm local time.
It is unlikely to generate a tsunami, according to the NOAA / National Weather Service US Tsunami Warning System.
The earthquake took place 122 km east of San José del Cabo, per Mexico’s National Seismic Service.
Initial reports suggest the quake hasn’t caused any damage.
“At this time, no damages have been reported in the areas where it was felt,” Mexico’s National Civil Defense Coordination said, according to the Associated Press.
Mexico is no stranger to strong seismic activity.
The country is home to numerous active volcanoes.
In September of 2022, a 7.6 magnitude earthquake impacted the states of Colima and Michoacán, triggering effects across North America, including causing waves to crash through a cave system in Nevada’s Death Valley.
In 2017, a 7.1 quake hit near Mexico city, killing at least 217 people.
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