Watch: Earthquake interrupts Mexico's president during press conference

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 2, 2026 at 06:37 PM

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On Friday morning, a 6.5 magnitude earthquake interrupted Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum's press conference in Guerrero, Mexico. The earthquake triggered the country's seismic alert system, prompting some residents to evacuate into the streets. The epicenter of the quake was located near San Marcos, close to Acapulco on the Pacific coast. Video footage showed buildings shaking in Mexico City and cars trembling in Acapulco. The Mexican Seismic Alert System was implemented following the devastating 1985 earthquake. Initial reports indicate that there were no injuries or major damage as a result of the earthquake.

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San Marcos 50% Mexico's national seismological agency 60% 1985 earthquake 60% Acapulco ×270% Mexico City 70% Mexican Seismic Alert System 70% Guerrero ×280% Claudia Sheinbaum ×290% Mexico ×3100%

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