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July 8 Quakes Prompt Evacuations in Southern Guatemala

Emergency response teams remain in southern Guatemala conducting damage evaluations following Tuesday’s magnitude 5.2 quake plus aftershocks.

People gather outside of a shopping mall after an earthquake in Guatemala City, Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Moises Castillo)
People gather outside of a shopping mall after an earthquake in Guatemala City, Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Moises Castillo)
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Overview

  • A magnitude 5.2 quake struck about 60 kilometers south of Guatemala City on Tuesday afternoon, followed by aftershocks reaching up to magnitude 5.6.
  • The National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction urged residents to evacuate both public and private buildings as a precaution against further tremors.
  • Emergency crews have been dispatched to inspect buildings, hospitals, schools and roads across the affected region.
  • Officials have reported no serious injuries or major building collapses in the wake of the seismic events.
  • Authorities are urging residents to stay informed through official channels as damage assessments continue.