6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Colombia
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake shook Colombia on Sunday, the National Center for Seismology reported. The tremor occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers. Initial assessments indicate no casualties or damages, but further information is pending as authorities assess the situation.
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On Sunday, Colombia was rattled by a powerful 6.7 magnitude earthquake, confirmed by the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The seismic event struck at 6:38 pm, occurring 10 kilometers beneath the earth’s surface.
The epicenter was pinpointed at latitude 4.47 N and longitude 73.23 W, according to a release by the NCS shared on social media platform X. The NCS noted the earthquake’s location without providing further details immediately.
As of now, there have been no reports of casualties or significant damage following the quake. However, authorities are closely monitoring the situation, and updates are expected as new information becomes available. (ANI)
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