A 5.8 magnitude earthquake occurred in the border area between Guatemala and El Salvador.

date
30/07/2025
According to the National Seismological, Volcanological, Meteorological, and Hydrological Institute of Guatemala, at 15:21 local time on the 29th, a magnitude 5.8 earthquake occurred in the southern province of Huehuetenango near the border with El Salvador, with a depth of 5 kilometers. Subsequently, several aftershocks of varying magnitudes ranging from 3.4 to 5.7 occurred in the vicinity. As of now, there is no official report on casualties or property damage. The National Disaster Coordination Committee of Guatemala advises local residents to be prepared for emergencies and take precautionary measures.