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Magnitude 4.3 earthquake recorded near Pinotepa Nacional in Oaxaca
A magnitude 4.3 earthquake was recorded in Oaxaca at 04:06 on October 30, according to preliminary information from Mexico’s National Seismological Service.
The quake was 59 km southwest of Pinotepa Nacional and had a reported depth of 13.1 km.
Authorities had reported no damage at the time of the update.
Mexico experiences earthquakes every day because of its tectonic setting, though most are low in magnitude and go unnoticed.
The seismic service says the preliminary measurements may be updated, so official channels may provide new information.
People are advised to check buildings for damage, watch for aftershocks and follow guidance from civil protection authorities.
The National Seismological Service reported a preliminary magnitude 4.3 earthquake near Pinotepa Nacional, Oaxaca.
The quake occurred at 04:06 Central time on October 30.
Its epicentre was reported 59 kilometres southwest of the municipality, at a depth of 13.1 kilometres.
Authorities had not reported any damage at the time of the article.
- Who
- The National Seismological Service reported the earthquake.
- What
- A magnitude 4.3 earthquake occurred.
- When
- October 30 at 04:06 Central time.
- Where
- 59 kilometres southwest of Pinotepa Nacional, Oaxaca.
- Why
- Not stated
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- Magnitude
- 4.3
- Time
- 04:06 Central time on October 30
- Distance
- 59 kilometres southwest of Pinotepa Nacional
- Depth
- 13.1 kilometres
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