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Thousands killed as 8.0 earthquake rocks Mexico City 40 years ago this hour (Sep 19 1985)

September 19, 20251980sadmin


Video: 'Earthquake Mexico 1985'

(Thursday, September 19, 1985, 13:17:50 UTC) — The Mexico City area was struck today by a devastating 8.0 earthquake that killed at least 9,500 people.

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