M5.6 earthquake strikes Mexico, 550k exposed to strong shaking

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake at 10 km depth struck Mexico on 2 Sep 2026, with 550,000 people potentially exposed to MMI IV shaking. Damage and casualty reports are not yet available; the shallow depth raises risk of localized structural damage. This is a routine seismic event for the region, but the population exposure warrants monitoring for aftershocks and infrastructure impact.