2011 Zumpango earthquake
| UTC time | 2011-12-11 01:47:25 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 603394181 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | 10 December 2011 |
| Local time | 19:47 |
| Magnitude | 6.5 Mw |
| Depth | 64.9 km (40.3 miles) |
| Epicenter | 17°59′N 99°47′E / 17.99°N 99.79°E |
| Type | Dip-slip (normal) |
| Areas affected | Mexico |
| Max. intensity | MMI VII (Very strong) |
| Casualties | 3 dead, 10 injured |
The 2011 Zumpango earthquake occurred at 19:47 local time on 10 December with a moment magnitude of 6.5 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VII (Very strong). Its epicenter was located in the city Zumpango, Guerrero, roughly equidistant between the metropolitan areas of Mexico City and Acapulco. The quake was felt in Guerrero, Michoacán, Mexico State, Mexico City and Puebla.
Multiple deaths and injuries resulted from the earthquake, although the effects were minimized because the hypocenter was relatively deep at 65 kilometers (40 mi). The resulting damage was minimal, but during the panic people evacuated buildings in Mexico City.