What was the death toll from the recent earthquake?

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Two Deaths Confirmed in Recent 6.5 Magnitude Earthquake

A 6.5-magnitude earthquake that struck Mexico has resulted in at least two confirmed fatalities. The seismic event, which occurred near Acapulco, was felt across a significant distance, including in Mexico City.
Fatalities in Mexico City and San Marcos

One death occurred in Mexico City, where a 60-year-old man died after falling while attempting to evacuate his apartment building. In San Marcos, a town located near the earthquake's epicentre in the state of Guerrero, a woman in her fifties lost her life when her house collapsed on top of her.
Moderate Damage Reported in San Marcos

The town of San Marcos experienced visible and significant effects from the earthquake. Reports indicate that around 50 houses were destroyed, and all structures in the town sustained cracks. The local mayor described the town as "badly affected, devastated."
Impact on Mexico City

While the earthquake was felt strongly in Mexico City, causing alarms to sound and residents to evacuate buildings, major damage was not reported in the capital. Twelve people were reported injured in the city, and the President was temporarily evacuated from the presidential palace. The capital's location on the former lakebed makes it particularly vulnerable to seismic activity.

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