Mexico Shaken: At Least 2 Dead, 12 Injured in 6.5 Magnitude Earthquake

A devastating magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck Mexico on Friday morning, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos in its wake. The quake, which hit near the beach resort city of Acapulco on the Pacific coast, claimed the lives of at least two people and injured 12 others in the Mexican capital. According to reports, a 67-year-old man died in the capital after falling down the stairs while attempting to evacuate his building. Another victim lost her life when her home collapsed in Guerrero state. The earthquake's epicenter was located in Guerrero, near the coastal town of San Marcos, approximately 400 kilometers away from Mexico City. The government's earthquake alert system provided crucial seconds of warning, allowing residents to evacuate their homes before the quake hit. While the damage in Mexico City and surrounding areas was relatively minor, the quake has sent shockwaves across the country. Over 400 aftershocks have been recorded so far, with the largest one reaching a magnitude of 4.7. Mexico is one of the world's most seismically active countries, with a history of devastating earthquakes that have claimed hundreds and even thousands of lives. The country's residents, however, remain resilient in the face of such disasters, and authorities are working to provide aid and support to those affected.