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Magnitude 4.4 earthquake recorded in Veracruz, Mexico
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake was recorded in Veracruz on November 8.
The quake was near Jáltipan de Morelos, about 58 kilometres south of the city, and occurred at a depth of 148.9 kilometres.
Mexico’s National Seismological Service gave the details as preliminary, so officials may revise them.
Authorities had reported no damage at the time of the update.
Mexico experiences many earthquakes because of its tectonic setting, though most are too small to be felt.
The service says earthquakes cannot currently be predicted, and people should watch official channels for updates.
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake was recorded in the municipality of Jáltipan Demorelos in Veracruz, Mexico.
The National Seismological Service said the quake occurred at 12:18 on November 8.
Its preliminary location was 58 kilometres south of the city, at a depth of 148.9 kilometres.
Authorities had not reported any damage at the time of the report.
- Who
- The National Seismological Service detected and reported the earthquake.
- What
- A magnitude 4.4 earthquake was recorded.
- When
- November 8 at 12:18, according to preliminary information.
- Where
- In Jáltipan Demorelos, Veracruz, 58 kilometres south of the city.
- Why
- Not stated
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- Magnitude
- 4.4
- Reported time
- 12:18 on November 8
- Depth
- 148.9 kilometres
- Location
- Jáltipan Demorelos, Veracruz
- Distance
- 58 kilometres south of the city
What people are saying
Earthquakes cannot be predicted. There is currently no method or technology that allows anyone to know when an earthquake will happen.