Magnitude-5.1 earthquake shakes Mexico

A magnitude-5.1 earthquake occurred in Villaflores, Chiapas, Mexico, at around 17:42 local time on April 29, Report informs, citing Crisis24.

The epicenter was about 2.3 km (1.5 miles) northeast of Villa Corzo. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 142 km (88 miles), and weak shaking was probably felt in parts of Oaxaca, Chiapas, Tabasco, and Veracruz states in Mexico and far northwestern Guatemala.

There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are possible over the coming days.