M 6.5 - 0 km W of San Marcos, Mexico

January 2, 2026 at 13:58:15 UTC

Depth: 18.00 km (Shallow)

M 6.5

Strong

Yellow

PAGER Alert

Yes

Tsunami

527

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude6.5 mww
Depth18.00 km (Shallow)
Location16.7980N, 99.3939W
Community IntensityVII (Very Strong)
Mercalli IntensityVII (Very Strong)
Felt Reports (DYFI)527 people
Alert Level (PAGER)Yellow — Some damage possible, fatalities unlikely
Tsunami WarningYes
Significance1019 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 6.5 mean?

A magnitude 6.5 earthquake is classified as "Strong". Strong earthquakes can cause severe damage in areas several tens of miles across.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 18.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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