MEXICO CITY, Dec 12 — An earthquake hit southwestern Mexico yesterday causing tremors through parts of the capital, according to residents, but there were no immediate reports of damage.

The US Geological Survey said the magnitude 6.0 quake struck 3 kilometres (1.9 miles) west-northwest of El Ticui in the state of Guerrero at a depth of 19.8 kilometres (12.3 miles).

Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum said on Twitter a flyover of the city had not yielded reports of damage. — Reuters