San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur — A light earthquake rattled parts of San José del Cabo Tuesday afternoon, stirring conversation among locals on social media. The quake, measured at magnitude 3.3, struck at 2:23 p.m. Pacific Time with an epicenter just three kilometers west of the city, near the toll highway. According to official reports, the tremor originated at a depth of 17.5 kilometers.
Though relatively minor, the quake was widely felt and quickly became a trending topic on Facebook, where residents described their experiences. Seismologists noted that this event is part of an ongoing seismic swarm connected to the stronger magnitude 4.8 earthquake recorded on September 1, which also shook the Los Cabos region.
Local authorities urged residents to remain calm, stay alert to official updates, and remember that even moderate seismic activity underscores the importance of preparedness in an area known for tectonic movement.
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