6.1-Magnitude Earthquake Slightly Felt in Puerto Vallarta, No Damage Reported

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – A 6.1-magnitude earthquake, initially reported as 6.0, was slightly felt in Puerto Vallarta early Sunday morning, January 12. According to a preliminary report from the National Seismological Service (SSN), the earthquake occurred at 2:32 a.m. with its epicenter located 29 kilometers southwest of Coalcomán, Michoacán.

By 2:49 a.m., the SSN confirmed the revised magnitude of 6.1, affirming Michoacán as the epicenter. The earthquake prompted the activation of Mexico’s seismic alert system, leading to widespread evacuations in Mexico City and several . . .