Strong Earthquake Jolts El Salvador and Guatemala

A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the coast of El Salvador, with the epicenter located 60 km southwest of La Libertad. No immediate deaths or damages were reported. The quake was felt in El Salvador's capital, San Salvador, and in neighboring Guatemala. Authorities are monitoring the situation.

An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck off the coast of El Salvador on Wednesday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey, with no immediate reports of casualties or damages.

The earthquake's epicenter was located in the Pacific Ocean, 60 km (37 miles) south-southwest of La Libertad at a depth of 33.9 km. The European Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC) also confirmed the magnitude at 6.1. Reuters witnesses felt the tremors in the capital, San Salvador, and neighboring Guatemala.

Disaster agencies in both El Salvador and Guatemala announced they are closely monitoring developments and will update regarding any potential damages.

(With inputs from agencies.)