Mexico: 7.1 earthquake leaves 224 dead

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Channel: Civil Disturbia · 2017 · News & Politics

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A powerful 7.1 earthquake has struck southern Mexico, according to the US Geological Survey. The tremor shook buildings in the country's capital.

The earthquake was initially reported as being of 7.4 magnitude.

The quake’s epicenter was 8 kilometers southeast of Atencingo in the Mexican state of Puebla at a depth of 51 kilometers, USGS said.

Videos and pictures are being posted online from Mexico City, capturing the tremors and crowds in the streets.
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UPDATE - 224 people are known to have died following Tuesday's earthquake, according to Spanish news agency EFE. The majority of fatalities - 54 have been reported in the state of Morelos.

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