Guatemala earthquake 6.2 magnitude, no injuries reported
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Guatemala Monday afternoon.
The quake occurred 3 miles from San Jose Pinula, Guatemala, east of Guatemala City, and was about 120 miles deep.
It began at about 4 pm Pacific Time, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Authorities in the country said there were no immediate reports of damage.
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