7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Colombia and Ecuador
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, August 10, 2026, shaking wide areas of the country and neighbouring Ecuador, prompting residents to evacuate homes, offices, and other buildings. The earthquake’s epicentre was located near San José del Palmar in western Colombia, approximately 400 kilometres west of Bogotá, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and Colombia’s geological authorities.
The tremor was felt across large parts of Colombia and in neighbouring Ecuador, causing people to leave buildings as a precaution. No immediate reports of injuries, fatalities, or significant damage were issued by authorities. Emergency services and government agencies continued to assess the impact of the earthquake and monitor the situation in affected areas.
The earthquake occurred at a relatively deep depth, which may have helped limit the extent of surface damage. Government workers and residents in Panama City also felt the earthquake, with many standing outside their office buildings as a precaution.
This earthquake is reminiscent of previous seismic events in the region, such as the ones reported in recent years, which have highlighted the importance of disaster preparedness and emergency response planning.
