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Magnitude 7.3 earthquake quake strikes off Mexico coast

A magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck off Mexico's southern coast Friday, triggering tsunami warnings across the Pacific. The quake, centered near Puerto Madero at 15.2 kilometers deep, generated waves of 0.3 meters in Chiapas and Oaxaca. Mexico's navy reported no serious impact, though authorities evacuated coastal areas and advised residents to avoid beaches as a precaution.

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Published 17 Jul 2026, 18:12 UTC · Updated 17 Jul 2026, 18:20 UTC

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