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Magnitude 4.1 earthquake recorded near Mapastepec in Chiapas
A magnitude 4.1 earthquake was recorded near Mapastepec in the Mexican state of Chiapas on November 1.
The National Seismological Service said it struck at 7:28 a.m., about 72 km southwest of the municipality, at a depth of 40.7 km.
No damage has been reported so far, according to authorities.
The earthquake data is preliminary and may be revised.
Mexico experiences frequent earthquakes because of its tectonic setting, and most are small and go unnoticed.
Earthquakes cannot currently be predicted, the service says.
People should follow official updates, and after a quake check for damage, watch for aftershocks and avoid using open flames until gas leaks have been ruled out.
A magnitude 4.1 earthquake was recorded near Mapastepec in Chiapas, Mexico, according to the National Seismological Service.
The preliminary report said it occurred at 07:28 on November 1, 72 kilometres southwest of the city.
The earthquake had a reported depth of 40.7 kilometres.
Authorities had not reported any damage at the time of the article.
The service said the preliminary earthquake data could be updated.
- Who
- The National Seismological Service reported the earthquake.
- What
- A magnitude 4.1 earthquake was recorded.
- When
- At 07:28 on November 1, 2026.
- Where
- 72 kilometres southwest of Mapastepec, Chiapas, Mexico.
- Why
- Not stated
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- Magnitude
- 4.1
- Time
- 07:28 on November 1, 2026
- Location
- 72 kilometres southwest of Mapastepec, Chiapas
- Depth
- 40.7 kilometres
- Coordinates
- 14.856 latitude, -93.187 longitude