7.1 Earthquake hits Mexico City.

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Over 100 dead & more trapped as buildings collapse, 7.1 earthquake had an epicentre only 76 km from the city.

A major magnitude-7.1 has struck central Mexico, killing at least 119 people and toppling buildings in the heavily populated capital where rescuers are searching frantically for survivors under the rubble.


Key points:


Majority of deaths reported in state of Morelos
Residents digging through rubble to save neighbours
Comes on anniversary of the quake that killed thousands in Mexico City in 1985
Thousands of people ran into the streets in panic, and millions lost electricity when the quake struck around lunchtime.


Sirens blared as first responders rushed through the streets of Mexico City, and people scrambled amid the ruins of buildings, searching for survivors.


Mexico City Mayor Miguel Angel Mancera said 44 buildings were severely damaged or destroyed. Several major gas leaks and fires occurred.

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Much worse than the other one. See 4:55 and 5:30