Earthquake Strikes Near Acapulco, Mexico

A magnitude 6.5 earthquake was reported near Acapulco, Mexico, and officials reported landslides, structural damage and at least two deaths.

A magnitude 6.5 earthquake was reported early Friday near Acapulco, Mexico. The U.S. Geological Survey said the epicenter was about 2.5 miles north-northwest of Rancho Viejo in Guerrero, roughly 57 miles northeast of Acapulco. Seismic alerts were triggered and people in Mexico City and Acapulco moved into the streets as shaking began. The event drew attention because of reported landslides, structural damage and casualties. Known details: - The U.S. Geological Survey reported the quake measured magnitude 6.5 with an epicenter near Rancho Viejo, Guerrero. - State civil defense reported landslides around Acapulco and on other highways in Guerrero. - Officials said two people died: one person in Mexico City who had an apparent medical emergency and fell while evacuating, and a 50-year-old woman near the epicenter whose home collapsed. - Authorities reported major structural damage at a hospital in Chilpancingo and that patients were evacuated; a tsunami was not expected. Summary: The quake prompted evacuations, reports of landslides and building damage, and at least two reported deaths. Undetermined at this time.