Powerful 6.11 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes El Salvador: No Major Damage Reported

Powerful 6.11 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes El Salvador: No Major Damage Reported

Key Details of the Earthquake

An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.11 struck El Salvador on January 9, 2025. The German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) reported the earthquake occurred at a depth of 127 kilometers.

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) provided additional data, pinpointing the epicenter as being 9 kilometers east of Acajutla, with a depth of 95 kilometers.

Impact on El Salvador

The quake was felt strongly in the capital, San Salvador, where residents evacuated buildings and gathered outdoors. Videos circulating on social media captured items falling from supermarket shelves and crowds gathering in open spaces.

Reports on Damage and Casualties

Despite the strength of the earthquake, there were no immediate reports of significant damage or casualties. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.

Recent Seismic Activity in the Region

This earthquake follows a series of recent seismic events in the region. On January 5, 2025, a magnitude 6.2 earthquake also shook El Salvador, similarly leaving no significant damage or casualties reported.