4.1 magnitude earthquake hits Coalcomán, Michoacán

by times news cr

And 4.1 magnitude earthquake was recorded today Thursday, September 12, 2024; this new earthquake in Mexico shook the municipality of Coalcomanin Michoacan.

According to the National Seismological Institute, the earthquake It was detected at 10:15 in the morning and had its epicenter 54 km southeast of Coalcomán with the following coordinates:

  • latitude: 18.39
  • length: -102.84
  • depth: 30 km

Earthquake in Coalcomán, Michoacán, was not felt in Mexico City

The Mexican Seismic Alert System (Sasmex) reported that the 4.1 magnitude earthquake in Coalcomán, Michoacán, did not warrant the activation of seismic alert.

The earthquake did not exceed activation levels during the first few seconds.

At the moment, there is no report that the tremor was noticeable in Mexico City and its surroundings.

Likewise, the authorities have not reported any material damage or victims due to this earthquake, while users have not confirmed that it was felt.

During the early hours of this Thursday, it was also recorded Another 4.0 magnitude earthquake in Coalcomán, Michoacán80 km south of said municipality.

A 3.6 magnitude earthquake was also recorded with an epicenter 31 km north of Matías Romero, Oaxaca.

National Seismological Institute reminds of national drill on September 19

He National Seismological Institute reminded that next Thursday September 19 will be held on national simulation at 11 in the morning.

He explained that as part of the drill, he will send a message about a hypothetical 7.5 magnitude earthquake with its epicenter in Acapulco, Guerrero.

The message will have the legend: “#SimulacroNacional2024″.

“For the drill on September 19 at 11:00 am, the SSN will send a message of a hypothetical earthquake of magnitude 7.5 with epicenter in Acapulco, Guerrero with the legend #SimulacroNacional2024,” he said.


2024-09-12 17:53:18

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