Magnitude 6.3 Earthquake Strikes Near Mexico City

A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck near Ayutla de los Libres, Mexico, approximately 220 miles from Mexico City. The earthquake caused buildings to shake in Mexico City, about 190 miles away from the epicenter. Social media users reported experiencing the tremors and shared video footage of the event. One video showed a building swaying during the earthquake, prompting evacuations. The earthquake also interrupted a press conference held by Mexican President Sheinbaum. The tremors triggered earthquake alarms and caused reporters to evacuate the building. There are initial reports of the earthquake being a 6.5 magnitude and impacting San Marcos, Guerrero. Authorities are still assessing the extent of the damage caused by the earthquake. The event occurred on January 2nd, the first day of the new year. The situation is currently developing, and more information is expected to emerge.