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Home > World News > 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia: Epicenter announced as Choco region

7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia: Epicenter announced as Choco region

The USGS has announced that a 7.4 magnitude earthquake was recorded in the Choco region of Colombia, east of San Jose del Palmar.

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Published: 10.08.2026 16:29 Updated: 10.08.2026 16:29
7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia: Epicenter announced as Choco region

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake has occurred in Colombia. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the tremor was recorded in the Choco region in the west of the country.

According to USGS data, the epicenter of the earthquake was determined to be east of San Jose del Palmar in the Choco region, located west of the capital, Bogota.

Details regarding the tremor in the region are expected to be shared by official institutions.


News Source: 12punto

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