An earthquake struck western Colombia, prompting varied assessments of its magnitude and causing noticeable tremors across neighboring regions. Official reports indicated differing measurements for the seismic event; the Colombian Geological Service assessed the intensity at 6.6, while the USGS reported a magnitude of 7.4. The epicenter was located at a depth of 100 km within western Colombia.
The vibrations were substantial enough to be felt in Ecuador and even as far as northern Panama. Immediate reports from the capital, Bogotá, noted evacuations of various buildings, according to journalists from AFP. Furthermore, the governor of the Chocó province reported injuries and severe damage to buildings within the department’s capital, Quibdó.
The impact was widespread, extending to other major cities. On Tuesday, weather patterns also shifted, with forecasts predicting heavy rainfall in several locations. The mayor of Cali, Colombia’s third-largest city, also confirmed reports of significant damage.
Media outlets broadcast footage illustrating the damage sustained by buildings, showing facades torn away as a direct result of the earthquake. The incident underscores the seismic activity present in the region, affecting infrastructure across Colombia.
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