At least four people are dead and dozens of homes damaged after a series of over 150 earthquakes and aftershocks rocked Guatemala, prompting evacuations and landslides across several regions.
1 / 7Death Toll Rises: Guatemalan authorities confirmed a fourth death on Wednesday after a series of earthquakes struck the country. A 13-year-old boy’s body was recovered in Sacatepéquez, one of the worst-hit areas. He had been buried by a landslide. Rescue workers also confirmed the deaths of two men and a woman from earlier incidents caused by falling rocks and debris. (AP photo)
2 / 7Series of Quakes: More than 150 earthquakes and aftershocks have been recorded in Guatemala since Tuesday afternoon. The strongest tremors reached a magnitude of 5.7, according to the US Geological Survey. The epicentre was near the towns of Amatitlán and Alotenango in Sacatepéquez. The tremors triggered landslides, damaged property, and were felt as far as El Salvador. (AP photo)
3 / 7Widespread Damage: Disaster agency Conred reported damage to about 90 homes, more than 12 roads, and one bridge. In Santa María de Jesús, around half of the homes were affected. Mayor Mario Pérez said the town, home to an Indigenous Mayan community, had lost power and was nearly inaccessible due to blocked roads. (AP photo)
4 / 7Night in the Streets: Families across affected areas spent the night outside, fearing aftershocks. In Palin, southwest of the capital, Elvia Morataya said her home was too damaged to stay in. “You can’t be in there,” she said. Hundreds of people slept in streets and parks, waiting for daylight to assess the damage. (AP photo)
5 / 7Nation on Alert: Guatemala’s seismology institute reported about 200 aftershocks. Buildings in Guatemala City were evacuated after alarms sounded. Schools in the most affected regions were closed. Authorities remained on alert, urging people to stay outside and monitor official information as aftershocks continued into Wednesday. (AP photo)
6 / 7Seismic Region: Guatemala, like much of Central America, is prone to earthquakes due to the movement of the Caribbean and Cocos tectonic plates. This latest event is a reminder of the region’s geological risks. Officials continue to monitor seismic activity and provide support to affected communities. (AP photo)
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