Earthquake: Barra de Navidad

Baja Ha-Ha vet and Mexico cruising aficionado Pat McIntosh of Sacramento wrote us on Friday: "Good morning, at 8 a.m. (+/-), about an hour ago, we had a bit of a jolt this morning, not sure where it was centered. I’d say it lasted about 10 seconds or so."

"Al, the guy who owns this B&B, said it is the strongest he has felt. I have not heard of any problems in the area. So far nothing from any boats, but I wouldn’t expect any problems in the lagoon or marina. It had a lot of people out on the streets, but I’ve not heard of any damage so far. If that changes we will let you know right away."

Checking further news reports, the earthquake was measured with a magnitude of 5.8 about 30 miles to the southwest of Manzanillo at a depth of 6.1 miles. No damage was reported from the unnerving shake, rattle and roll.

Pat also mentioned that, "Last night we got word from Secondino (the harbormaster at Barra de Navidad) that he’s giving a huge discount to boats coming in for the Fiesta and boat parade: $0.70/ft/day for five days." This is for the three-day Mexican Fiesta for cruisers to raise funds for local schools starting this Friday, February 16. For more info on the event, email Pat.