7.2 magnitude quake rocks central, southern Mexico

ACAPULCO, Mexico (AP):

A 7.2 magnitude earthquake shook central and southern Mexico on today, sending panicked people into the streets, where broken windows and debris fell, but there were no early reports of major damage or casualties.



The US Geological Survey said it was centered northwest of the Pacific resort of Acapulco, where many Mexicans are vacationing for the Easter holiday.



It was felt across at least a half-dozen states and Mexico's capital, where it shook for at least 30 seconds.



Around the region, there were reports of isolated and minor damage, such as fallen fences, trees and broken windows.



Chilpancingo, capital of the southern state of Guerrero, where the quake was centered, reported a power outage, but service was restored after 15 minutes.



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