Strong Earthquake Strikes Southern Mexico, Prompts Tsunami Alert

A powerful earthquake struck off the southern coast of Mexico on Friday, triggering a tsunami alert for the region and causing evacuations in neighboring Guatemala and El Salvador. The quake, with a magnitude between 7.3 and 7.4, hit the Pacific Ocean near the border with Guatemala, according to seismic monitors. There were no immediate reports of major damage or casualties. The U.S. Tsunami Warning System issued an alert, warning of possible dangerous waves along the coasts of Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador. In response, authorities in Guatemala and El Salvador urged residents near the shoreline to move to higher ground. Buildings swayed in the affected areas, and people evacuated as a precaution. The earthquake was felt across the region, but initial assessments suggest no significant destruction. Officials continue to monitor the situation and urge caution.