Strong earthquake felt in Guatemala, El Salvador

[Pastor Dale Morgan]

*Great Earthquakes In Diverse Palces

Strong earthquake felt in Guatemala, El Salvador*

The Associated Press
Monday, January 18, 2010; 12:15 PM

GUATEMALA CITY -- A strong earthquake has rocked Guatemala and parts of
El Salvador, but no there were no immediate reports of injuries or
damage in either country.

The U.S. Geological Survey says the quake had a preliminary magnitude of
6.0.

The USGS says it hit Monday morning about 60 miles (97 kilometers)
southwest of Guatemala City, where it was felt by many residents. There
were reports of shaking in the Guatemalan countryside and in El Salvador
as well.

Civil protection officials in the two countries says so far there are no
immediate reports of injuries or damage, but authorities are still checking.