ShakeMap (Calculated intensity of this earthquake near Tuxtla):


View ShakeMap, Epicenter and historical seismicity on interactive map

General data about this earthquake:

Time (UTC): 2022-08-11 09:54
Magnitude: 4.7
Depth: 143.0 km
Maximum intensity: 2.4 (EMS scale)

Given earthquake data might be preliminary (uncertain) until manual revision by a scientist is done.

Nearby places

City Country Intensity (EMS-98) Population Distance epicenter (km) Effects
La Horqueta (Poblado Doce) MX 2.4 1000 20.1 barely felt
Hermanos Cedillo MX 2.4 1000 47.4 barely felt
Raudales Malpaso MX 2.3 7000 68.7 barely felt
Helio García Alfaro MX 2.3 2000 26.2 barely felt
Poblado 10 MX 2.3 3000 36.1 barely felt
Las Choapas MX 2.2 43000 98.6 barely felt
Cintalapa de Figueroa MX 2.2 42000 66.6 barely felt
Jáltipan de Morelos MX 2.1 33000 115.6 barely felt
Minatitlán MX 2.1 112000 112.8 barely felt
Juchitán de Zaragoza MX 2.1 75000 106.8 barely felt

Current earthquake activity near Tuxtla:

Due to lack of data no comparison with long-term trends is possible for this region.

Statistic:

Since 1960, 533 earthquakes larger than Magnitude 4.7 were detected in this region. This makes an average of 8.9 earthquakes larger than M4.7 per year around Tuxtla. Therefore, the general earthquake activity is usually very high and quakes of this size have an average recurrence time of approx. 1.3 months (39 days).

Largest earthquakes in this map section* (Tuxtla and nearby)

Date Magnitude Depth (km)
2020-6-23 7.4 20
1965-8-23 7.4 25
1995-10-21 7.2 159
1994-3-14 6.9 164
2015-12-17 6.6 85
2011-4-7 6.6 166
1972-11-13 6.6 15
2008-2-12 6.5 83
1993-9-30 6.5 19
2002-1-16 6.4 80

*Data: USGS (Magnitude 5 +, since 1960). See all historical earthquakes in the interactive map linked above.

What to do in case of an earthquake?

1. No panic.

2. If you are inside a building: Seek shelter under stable furniture (e.g. dining table). Be aware of falling objects. Do not flee the building! Falling roof tiles, bricks and glass can harm you. After the shaking stopped: Turn off the electronical devices. Check gas pipes for leaks. Check for structural damage. Leave your house if you are uncertain. In case of damage: Do not enter the building before professional savety check! Dangerous aftershocks might follow. Help your neighbours if necessary.
If outdoors: Keep away from buildings, try to find open space, crouch down and cover your head with your arms. Do not run on streets before checking for cars. Always watch your environment.

3. If you are near the coast: In case of strong or long-lasting shaking evacuate to higher grounds immediately! A tsunami might be possible. Do not wait for official warnings. In areas of high tsunami threat, follow the evacuation route signs but be aware of possible damaged buildings and landslides on your route. Once reaching a higher / save point, listen to official instructions and warnings.

4. If you are in the mountains or near a steep slope: Watch for rockfalls, landslides and avalanches. Get away from slopes immediately and protect your head with your arms.

5. Try to help people in need. Take special care for eldery people and children. After the earthquake stopped, confirm that your neighbours, friends and family are save. Help them, if necessary but do not get yourself into a dangerous situation. Call and wait for professional rescue teams.