He Colombian Geological Service reported at noon this Thursday about a strong tremor that shook a large part of Colombia.
With a magnitude of 6.1 on the Richter scale, The tremor had as its epicenter the municipality of El Calvario, located in the department of Meta. The effects of the telluric movement spread throughout the country, generating alarm and caution in various regions.
The tremor, which checked in at 12:04 noonhad a surface depth of less than 30 kilometers, which contributed to its intensity being felt both in El Calvario and in nearby towns, such as San Juanito and Cumaral, located 11 and 20 kilometers respectively from the epicenter. Despite the proximity to the epicenter, material and structural damage appears to have been limited in these areas.
However, what drew attention was the amplitude of the tremor impact. Throughout the entire Colombian territory, from major cities to small towns, citizens They reported feeling the earthquake. Social media users shared experiences and photos, expressing their surprise and concern at the unusual seismic activity.
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In Bogota the tremor was felt very strong
In the capital, Bogotá, andhe tremor generated moments of panic and evacuations in various buildings and workplaces. Although the city is a considerable distance from the epicenter, the magnitude of the quake was powerful enough to shake structures and generate an emotional impact on the inhabitants.
It is important to remember that Colombia is located in a seismically active region due to the interaction between the tectonic plates in the area. Although the country has implemented regulations and construction measures to mitigate the effects of earthquakes, events like the one that occurred today serve as a reminder of the importance of preparation and effective response to emergency situations.
#ATTENTION? | This is how the 6.1-degree tremor that was felt in the center of the country was recorded, from the set of #ElNoticieroDeTodos.
From where did you feel the earthquake? ?#Live ?? pic.twitter.com/Tc5ZPqQikn
– RTVC News (@RTVCnoticias) August 17, 2023
Read here: The epicenter of the tremor was El Calvario, Meta, and its magnitude was 6.1
