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A strong earthquake rattled buildings in southern and central Mexico on Friday, forcing people to gather in the street.
The earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 6.5 and its epicenter was near the town of San Marcos in Guerrero near the Pacific coast resort of Acapulco.
The quake was felt more than 250 miles away in Mexico City, signaling its wide geographic reach.

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A magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck Guerrero, Mexico, near San Marcos and Acapulco, interrupting a presidential briefing.
The U.S. Geological Survey put the quake at a depth of about 21.7 miles (35 kilometers).
President Claudia Sheinbaum said there was no serious damage reported so far after the quake.
Residents and tourists in Mexico City and Acapulco rushed into the streets as the shaking began.
Tourists reported waking up to the quake, with social posts noting the alarm and aftershocks are possible.
The epicenter was near San Marcos, Guerrero, about 57 miles northeast of Acapulco.
The earthquake interrupted President Sheinbaum’s press briefing and led to a pause in formal remarks.
Officials urged residents to stay calm and prepare for possible aftershocks.
No immediate reports of serious damage were confirmed by authorities as the region assessed impacts.
The incident drew attention from travelers in tourist hubs near Guerrero and Mexico City.

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