A 5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northeastern Colombia
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck northeastern Colombia on Tuesday, with its epicenter located in Los Santos, Santander, at a depth of 93 miles. The tremor was felt across several municipalities, but authorities reported no injuries or material damage. This event follows a devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake on August 10 that resulted in 331 fatalities, marking one of the worst emergencies in recent Colombian history. The Colombian Geological Service noted that after significant earthquakes, a spike in seismic activity, including aftershocks, is common. Currently, there is heightened seismic activity in Colombia, including swarms detected in Chocó and movements in Tolima.
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