Strong 6.4-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Mexico

A 6.4-magnitude earthquake hit the southwest coast of Mexico today (May 8), according to a preliminary report from the U.S. Geological Survey.

The strong quake, which originated at a depth of about 15 miles (23 kilomters), was centered in the southern Guerrero state, but was even felt 171 miles (277 km) away in the capital, Mexico City. So far, there have been no immediate reports of injuries, reported the Associated Press.

In the town of Tecpan, near the tremblor's epicenter, the quake caused a "wave of panic," as buildings shook ferociously, according to the AP. Last month, a 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck parts of central and southern Mexico, roughly 40 miles (66 km) away from today's tremblor.

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