Guatemala has experienced a series of earthquakes beginning on July 8, 2025, with a main tremor measuring 5.6 magnitude. Multiple strong aftershocks, including magnitudes of 5.5, 5.2, and 5.0, were recorded, prompting evacuations of buildings and widespread alarm among residents. The seismic activity caused structural damage, landslides, and blocked roads. Authorities confirmed at least four fatalities, including a teenager buried by a landslide, and reported several people trapped under debris, with some rescued. The Guatemalan Seismology Institute recorded over 900 tremors following the initial quake, marking an unusual seismic sequence. Neighboring El Salvador also experienced damage from the tremors. The government has urged caution due to the potential for further aftershocks. This series of earthquakes is part of a broader pattern of seismic events in the region, including recent quakes in Indonesia, Fiji, and New Zealand.