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Magnitude 4.7 earthquake recorded in Chiapas
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck Chiapas at 01:31 on Saturday, with a preliminary epicenter near Cd Hidalgo.
The quake was recorded about 90 km southwest of the city and at a depth of 16.4 km.
Authorities had reported no damage at the time of the update.
The earthquake data are preliminary and may be revised by Mexico’s National Seismological Service.
Mexico experiences dozens of earthquakes each day, though most are weak and go unnoticed.
Aftershocks may occur, so residents are advised to check for damage, stay alert and follow official updates.
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake was recorded in Chiapas, with its epicentre in Cd Hidalgo.
The preliminary report said the quake occurred at 01:31 on Saturday.
It was recorded 90 kilometres southwest of the city, at a depth of 16.4 kilometres.
Authorities had not reported any damage at the time of the article.
The National Seismological Service said the preliminary earthquake data could be updated.
- Who
- Residents of Chiapas experienced the earthquake.
- What
- A magnitude 4.7 earthquake was recorded.
- When
- Saturday at 01:31; the article was published on October 24, 2026.
- Where
- Its epicentre was in Cd Hidalgo, 90 kilometres southwest of the city.
- Why
- Not stated
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- Magnitude
- 4.7
- Epicentre
- Cd Hidalgo
- Time
- 01:31 on Saturday
- Distance
- 90 kilometres southwest of the city
- Depth
- 16.4 kilometres