Real-Time Reports and Safety Tips for Earthquakes in Mexico: National Seismological Service (SSN) Updates

2024-04-25 00:13:55

According to him National Seismological Service (SSN)every year in Mexico About 90 tremors are recorded with magnitudes greater than 4 degrees on the Richte scale; mainly, in the states that are near the Pacific ring of fire. This is equivalent to 60% of earthquakes that occur worldwide. In that context, being a country with high seismic activity, I share with you the real-time reports of the aforementioned entity with data such as the exact time, epicenter and magnitude from the main cities of the states of Mexico City (CDMX), Guerrero, Oaxaca, Chiapas, Baja California, Colima, Jalisco, Michoacanamong others.

Consult the preventive instructions offered by the president’s government André Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) and the rest of the competent authorities to be prepared in the event of an emergency. Remember to remain calm at the time of the earthquake and transmit a message of tranquility to your friends and family at key moments. Prepare an emergency backpack with food, clothing, and a first aid kit.

Tremor in Mexico today, Wednesday, April 24, via SSN

Report of the National Seismological Service (SSN) LIVE and LIVE regarding the latest earthquakes recorded in Mexico today, Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

Date and local time2024-04-24 06:03:08 (Central Time)Magnitude 4.0Epicenter49 km south of Pijijiapan, ChiapasLatitude and Longitude15.26°, -93.33°Depth52.3 kmSourceNational Seismological Service (SSN)

Tremor data	Latest earthquakes

• 4.7 | 80 km east of Loreto, Baja California Sur | 2024-04-24 05:43:39 | 26.17°, -110.56° 16 km
• 4.1 | 97 km west of Ciudad Melchor Múzquiz, Coahuila | 2024-04-24 05:23:49 | 28.05°, -102.48° 5 km
• 3.6 | 40 km southeast of Unión Hidalgo, Oaxaca | 2024-04-24 04:47:09 | 16.34°, -94.48° 5 km
• 2.8 | 62 km northeast of El Fuerte, Sinaloa | 2024-04-24 04:24:21 | 26.82°, -108.18° 10 km
• 3.4 | 46 km south of Teloloapan, Guerrero | 2024-04-24 04:01:36 | 17.95°, -99.93° 62.5 km

How are earthquakes in Mexico analyzed, according to the SSN?

Arturo Iglesias Mendoza, head of the National Seismological Service (SSN)explained the methods used by the seismic entity to obtain data in different areas of Mexican territory: “It is important to say that for a couple of years we have had a much improved seismic network in the country that we share with several institutions and that, thanks to “An effort by the Mexico City government has managed to bring together much more data that we receive in real time.”

“We know that the magnitude of an earthquake is related to the size of the fault, but mapping the faults in Mexico City is complicated because the city is above it. We are certain in the catalogs that in the last more than 100 years of data that we have in the Seismological there is no instrumental information of earthquakes larger than those recorded in May of this year,” he added.

What were the strongest earthquakes in the history of Mexico?

The most destructive earthquake that Mexico experienced occurred on September 19, 1985, reaching a magnitude of 8.1 in Mexico City (CDMX). The next day, the Mexican capital continued to shake with another movement of 7.6. The most recent precedent was recorded on September 7, 2017 with a magnitude of 8.2 that had its epicenter 133 kilometers southwest of Pijijiapan, Chiapas.

Here we share the list of the strongest earthquakes that were felt in Mexico:

• Date: June 3, 1932 (04:36) | Epicenter: 4 km southeast of Casimiro Castillo, Jalisco | Magnitude: 8.2 | Depth: 33 km
• Date: September 7, 2017 (11:49 PM) | Epicenter: 140 km southwest of Pijijiapan, Chiapas | Magnitude: 8.2 | Depth: 45 km
• Date: September 19, 1985 (07:17) | Epicenter: 45 km northwest of La Mira, Michoacán | Magnitude: 8.1 | Depth: 15 km
• Date: October 9, 1995 (09:35) | Epicenter: 10 km southeast of Manzanillo, Colima | Magnitude: 8.0 | Depth: 25 km
• Date: August 6, 1942 (17:36) | Epicenter: 93 km east of Ciudad Hidalgo, Chiapas | Magnitude: 7.9 | Depth: 50 km
• Date: July 28, 1957 (02:40) | Epicenter: 47 km northeast of San Marcos, Guerrero | Magnitude: 7.8 | Depth: 33 km
• Date: June 18, 1932 (04:12) | Epicenter: 14 km southwest of Tuxpan, Jalisco | Magnitude: 7.8 | Depth: 33 km
• Date: January 14, 1931 (19:50) | Epicenter: 30 km west of Miahuatlán, Oaxaca | Magnitude: 7.8 | Depth: 40 km
• Date: September 19, 2022 (1:05 ​​PM) | Epicenter: 61 km south of Coalcomán, Michoacan | Magnitude: 7.7 | Depth: 12 km
• Date: September 23, 2002 (2:18 PM) | Epicenter: 5 km southwest of Teopisca, Chiapas | Magnitude: 7.7 | Depth: 25 km

What are the areas with the highest seismic risk in Mexico?

The National Seismological Service (SSN) reports that the areas of greatest seismic risk are located in the south and southeast of the country, which covers the territories of CDMX, Colima, Michoacán, Guerrero, Morelo, Oaxaca, Veracruz, Chiapas, Jalisco and Puebla.

Seismic map of Mexico where you can see the states where there is the highest and lowest risk of tremors occurring, according to official data from the SSN. (Photo: National Seismological Service / UNAM)

How should I act before, during and following an earthquake in Mexico?

I share with you a useful list of good actions that you should take to be able to face a strong earthquake in Mexico or any other country in the world. Put into practice the following security recommendations that I will show you below:

Before the earthquake in Mexico

• Constantly check your home’s infrastructure.
• Install security locks, cabinets and shelves.
• Store the most fragile items in safe places.
• Always have a first aid kit.
• Find an optimal meeting point where there is enough security for your family.
• Educate your family members so that they can turn off the electricity, gas and water taps.
• Make a list of emergency numbers to contact doctors, police, civil protection, among others.

During the earthquake in Mexico

• Stay away from windows, mirrors and sharp objects that might fall to the ground.
• Find shelter under a sturdy table or you can also put it under a door frame.
• Cover your head and neck with your arms.
• Avoid using elevators and take stairs during the earthquake.
• Never run out of a building when the earthquake is moving.

After the earthquake in Mexico

• Seek medical help to treat people with serious injuries.
• Provide first aid and emotional support to injured people who need it.
• Do not use your mobile phone irresponsibly, this way you will avoid overloading the lines.
• Check the structural damage to your home.
• Close the faucets to prevent possible leaks of electricity, water or gas.
• Do not light candles, matches or other items that might cause a fire.

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