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2014 Mexico–Guatemala earthquake

Coordinates: 14°43′N 92°28′W / 14.72°N 92.46°W / 14.72; -92.46
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2014 Mexico–Guatemala earthquake
2014 Mexico–Guatemala earthquake is located in Mexico
2014 Mexico–Guatemala earthquake
UTC time2014-07-07 11:23:54
ISC event610571023
USGS-ANSSComCat
Local dateJuly 7, 2014
Local time05:23:54
Magnitude6.9 Mw
Depth53 km (33 mi)
Epicenter14°43′N 92°28′W / 14.72°N 92.46°W / 14.72; -92.46
TypeDip-slip
Areas affectedMexico
Guatemala
Max. intensityMMI VII (Very strong)
LandslidesYes
Casualties5 dead, 12 injured

The 2014 Mexico–Guatemala earthquake struck 4 km (2.5 mi) west of Puerto Madero, on July 7 at 05:23:54, at a depth of 53 km (33 mi). The shock had a moment magnitude of 6.9 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VII (Very Strong).[1] Collapsed buildings and a heart attack resulted in the deaths of five people and another 12 were injured.[citation needed]

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References

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  1. ^ "M6.9 – 4 km W of Puerto Madero, Mexico". United States Geological Survey.
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