And before going to sleep! An earthquake was registered in Monterrey and its surroundings with an approximate magnitude of 4.5 degrees this May 11 at 19:29 hours.
According to the National Seismological System, the epicenter was only 7 kilometers from Montemorelos, Nuevo Leon. However, the movement was felt in several areas of the state. The municipalities that reported perceiving it were:
- Monterrey
- Apodaca
- Montemorelos
- Juarez
- Galeana
- Zuazua
- Iturbide
- Cerralvo
- Doctor Gonzalez
- Cadereyta
- Santiago
- Hualahuises
- Ciénega de Flores
- General Bravo
- Allende
- Santa Catarina
- Linares
- San Nicolas
- Pesquería
- Higueras
- Vallecillo
Local authorities and Civil Protection continue to evaluate the possible damages. So far, no material damage or injuries have been reported.
Why was there an earthquake in Monterrey?
Although the northeastern region of Mexico is not especially known for having high seismic activity, there are minor geological faults that could cause medium intensity movements.
This event has taken us all by surprise, and different users have reported feeling vibrations in their homes, cracks in walls and even objects that moved out of place due to the movement.
Civil Protection recommends keeping informed through official channels, in addition to checking electrical, gas and water installations for safety.