Seismic-like event, possible earthquake, reported about 10 minutes ago near Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico
Unconfirmed quake or seismic-like event reported: 39 km east of Puerto Escondido, Estado de Oaxaca, Mexico, 15 minutes ago

We are receiving unverified early reports of ground shaking possibly caused by seismic activity in or near Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico on 12 Jan 2026 (GMT) at approximately 17:15 GMT.
There are no details yet on the magnitude or depth of this possible quake. If confirmed, we can expect more accurate data to emerge in the next few minutes. The location, magnitude and time mentioned are indicative, based on our best-fit seismic model. They are temporary until our AllQuakes monitoring service receives more exact scientific data from a national or international seismological agency. Check back here shortly and stay safe.


Earthquake data:
Date & time: Jan 12, 2026 11:15 am (GMT -6) local time (12 Jan 2026 17:15 GMT)
Magnitude: unspecified
Depth: unspecified
Epicenter latitude / longitude: 15.73°N / 96.73°W (Santa María Colotepec, Mexico)
Primary data source: VolcanoDiscovery
https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/earthquake/news/291784/Seismic-like-event-possible-earthquake-reported-about-10-minutes-ago-near-Puerto-Escondido-Oaxaca-Me.html