Mexico Shaken by 8 Magnitude Quake Off Chiapas State

The transcript discusses the recent earthquake in Mexico, focusing on its impact in Mexico City, the potential for a tsunami, and the extent of damage. While Mexico City experienced significant shaking, it was not heavily damaged. There are concerns about a tsunami, with alerts issued for the Pacific Coast. The Mexican President described the earthquake as the worst in a century, with significant damage in southern states and at least five casualties. The government is conducting infrastructure checks and has suspended schools for safety assessments.

How did the residents of Mexico City describe the earthquake experience?

• As a routine occurrence

• As a minor inconvenience

• As a very scary and prolonged event

• As a mild tremor

What was the main concern following the earthquake in terms of natural disasters?

• A volcanic eruption

• A hurricane

• A tsunami

• A landslide

Which government issued alerts regarding the tsunami threat?

• The Australian government

• The Canadian government

• The Japanese government

• The United States government

According to the Mexican President, how does this earthquake compare to past events?

• It was similar to other recent quakes

• It was a minor event

• It was the worst in at least a century

• It was less severe than the 1985 earthquake

What actions did the government take in response to the earthquake?

• Closed all airports indefinitely

• Evacuated the entire city

• Declared a state of emergency

• Suspended schools for infrastructure checks