A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia’s capital city of Bogota on Saturday evening, sending tremors across the region and prompting residents to rush out of buildings in fear.
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and AFP reporters on the ground, the quake occurred at approximately 6:38 pm IST. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported that the tremor originated at a shallow depth of just 10 kilometers, with coordinates marked at latitude 4.47 N and longitude 73.23 W.
Buildings across Bogota shook violently for several seconds, with sirens blaring throughout the capital. Eyewitnesses reported scenes of panic as people evacuated homes, offices, and commercial establishments, gathering on open streets and sidewalks to seek safety.
In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the NCS stated:
“EQ of M: 6.7, On: 08/06/2025 18:38:06 IST, Lat: 4.47 N, Long: 73.23 W, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Colombia.”
(Note: While NCS recorded a magnitude of 6.7, USGS and other agencies reported it as 6.3.)
As of now, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or major structural damage, but emergency services remain on high alert as aftershocks are possible. Authorities are continuing to assess the situation and have urged citizens to remain cautious and stay updated through official advisories.
Bogota, though not unfamiliar with seismic activity due to Colombia’s position along the Pacific Ring of Fire, rarely experiences earthquakes of this intensity near its urban core.
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