How strong was the 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico earthquake?
The 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico earthquake had a magnitude of 7.1 mww, classified as a "Major" earthquake on the magnitude scale. Earthquakes of this size can cause serious damage to buildings and infrastructure over a wide area.
Where exactly did this earthquake occur and how deep was it?
This earthquake struck at coordinates 18.5499N, 98.4887W, at a depth of 48.0 km. This intermediate depth can still produce significant shaking at the surface.
Did this earthquake trigger a tsunami warning?
No tsunami warning was issued for this earthquake. While the magnitude was significant, the location and depth characteristics did not warrant a tsunami advisory.
How many people felt this earthquake?
2,476 people submitted felt reports to the USGS for this earthquake. The Community Decimal Intensity (CDI) reached 7.2, indicating strong to very strong shaking with potential for damage. The Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) was estimated at 7.8.
When did this earthquake happen and how significant was it?
This earthquake occurred on September 20, 2017 at 03:14:38. The USGS assigned it a significance score of 1496 out of a possible 3,000, which factors in magnitude, felt reports, and potential impact. This is considered a highly significant seismic event.