At 3:41 AM, a 4.2 magnitude earthquake occurred 89 kilometers southwest of Arriaga, Chiapas. The quake had a depth of 16.1 kilometers and was positioned at a latitude of 15.69° and a longitude of -94.52°.
According to the National Seismological Service, Mexico experiences an average of 40 tremors daily. This recent earthquake certainly caught the attention of locals in Arriaga, who felt the tremor at that early hour on July 22.
Earthquakes are common in this region, given its tectonic activity. Awareness and preparedness are vital for residents living in earthquake-prone areas. For more information on earthquake safety and preparedness, you can visit the US Geological Survey’s website.
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