Powerful quake rocks Colombia, causing 'major damage'
Summary
A strong earthquake hit Colombia on Monday, causing injuries and damage to buildings. The quake was powerful enough to be felt in nearby countries and led to evacuations in the capital city, Bogota.Key Facts
- Colombia’s geological service measured the earthquake at magnitude 6.6, while the US Geological Survey measured it at 7.4.
- The earthquake’s epicenter was about 100 km (62 miles) underground in western Colombia.
- The tremor was felt in Ecuador and Panama, beyond Colombia’s borders.
- Injuries and serious property damage were reported in the city of Quibdo in Choco province and Cali, Colombia’s third largest city.
- People in Bogota evacuated buildings and some ran into the streets during emergency sirens.
- Buildings showed signs of damage, including facades being ripped off by the quake.
- Similar recent quakes occurred in Venezuela in June 2026, causing much more severe damage and deaths.
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