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Magnitude 4.4 earthquake recorded off Chiapas, Mexico
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck near Ciudad Hidalgo in the Mexican state of Chiapas on Saturday at 9:52 a.m.
The National Seismological Service said the quake was about 134 kilometres southwest of the city and 10 kilometres deep.
The figures are preliminary and may be revised by authorities.
No damage had been reported at the time of the update.
Mexico experiences many earthquakes because of its tectonic setting, though most are too small to be felt.
People are advised to check official updates, look for damage and stay alert for aftershocks; authorities may issue further information.
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake was recorded off Chiapas, Mexico, on Saturday.
The National Seismological Service reported the epicenter near Cd Hidalgo.
The quake occurred at 09:52 and had a preliminary depth of 10 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 detected and reported the earthquake.
- What
- A magnitude 4.4 earthquake was recorded.
- When
- Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 09:52.
- Where
- 134 kilometres southwest of Cd Hidalgo, in Chiapas, Mexico.
- Why
- Not stated
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- Magnitude
- 4.4
- Time
- 09:52 on Saturday
- Epicenter
- 134 kilometres southwest of Cd Hidalgo
- Depth
- 10.0 kilometres
- Coordinates
- 13.817° latitude, -93.026° longitude