by JIMENA CAMPUZANO

We explain what time and where the latest earthquake occurred today, May 17, 2024, in Mexico.

Mexico is a highly seismic country due to its geographic location, which is why there are daily tremors of low magnitude and others that trigger the seismic alert. Here, we explain what time the latest earthquake occurred today, May 17, 2024.

The National Seismological Service (SSN) is responsible for monitoring and reporting on social media and its official website about the seismic movements recorded today, May 17, 2024. Find out all the seismic activity in Mexico this Friday.

Earthquake Today, May 17, 2024, in Ciudad Hidalgo, Chiapas

The SSN reported an earthquake at 7:56 a.m., 101 kilometers southwest of Ciudad Hidalgo, Chiapas. The tremor was of magnitude 4.7 and occurred at a depth of 14.6 kilometers.

At 7:04 a.m., an earthquake occurred 17 kilometers northeast of Ciudad Ixtepec, Oaxaca. The tremor was of magnitude 4.1 and occurred at a depth of 97.4 kilometers.

Earthquake Today, May 17, 2024, in Nezahualcóyotl, Edomex

At 4:41 a.m., another micro-earthquake was recorded with an epicenter 5 kilometers northwest of Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl, in the State of Mexico. The tremor was of magnitude 1.7 and occurred at a depth of 4.3 kilometers.

Earthquake Today, May 17, 2024, in Ometepec, Guerrero

The SSN reported a new micro-earthquake with an epicenter 13 kilometers south of Ometepec, Guerrero. The tremor was of magnitude 2.9 and occurred at a depth of 32.8 kilometers.

Earthquake Today, May 17, 2024, in Villa de Álvarez, Colima

At 12:39 a.m., a micro-earthquake was recorded 32 kilometers north of Villa de Álvarez, Colima. The tremor was of magnitude 2.7 and occurred at a depth of 31.2 kilometers.

Earthquake Today, May 17, 2024, in Coquimatlán, Colima

The first earthquake today, May 17, 2024, occurred at 12:11 a.m., 26 kilometers northwest of Coquimatlán, Colima. The tremor was of magnitude 3.5 and occurred at a depth of 5 kilometers.

What to Do During an Earthquake?

-As much as possible, stay calm.
-If evacuation is not possible, it is recommended to take cover under a safe place, such as a sturdy desk or table.
-Stay away from windows, glass, mirrors, exterior doors or walls, and anything that can fall, such as lamps and furniture.
-If there is no table or desk nearby, cover your face and head with your arms and crouch down away from windows and shelves.

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