Strong 7.4 Earthquake Hits Colombia, Causing Evacuations and Damage
WHO:
[9:30 AM EDT] - CBS News - Governor Nubia Carolina Córdoba-Curi stated they are currently assessing the damage in Quibdó.
CNN - Bogotá Mayor Carlos Galán reported on the earthquake's impact.
CBS News - Governor Nubia Carolina Córdoba-Curi of Chocó province provided updates on injuries and damage.
WHAT:
CNN - The earthquake was recorded at a depth of 107 kilometers.
CNN - Bogotá Mayor Carlos Galán stated, “At this time there are no reports of injuries or structural damage, only some cracks in buildings.”
[9:30 AM EDT] - CBS News - The earthquake prompted evacuations from homes and buildings, with injuries and significant damage reported in Quibdó.
CNN - A 7.4-magnitude earthquake was recorded in western Colombia.
CBS News - The earthquake prompted evacuations from homes and buildings.
CBS News - Injuries and significant damage to buildings were reported in the city of Quibdó.
WHERE:
CNN - The epicenter was located about 280 kilometers west of Bogotá.
[9:30 AM EDT] - CBS News - The epicenter was reported to be about 250 miles west of Bogotá.
CNN - The epicenter of the earthquake was located in San José del Palmar, Chocó, Colombia.
CBS News - The earthquake was felt in Bogotá and as far as Barranquilla.
WHEN:
CNN - The earthquake occurred at 7:34 a.m. local time.
CBS News - The earthquake was reported on August 10, 2026.
WHY:
ABC News - The earthquake prompted evacuations in response to the tremors felt across the region.
HOW:
CNN - Bogotá Mayor Carlos Galán reported that there are currently no reports of injuries or structural damage, only some cracks in buildings.
CNN - Alarms sounded in Bogotá, leading to evacuations to the streets as a precaution.
(UPDATED August 10, 2026 16:14 UTC)
A significant earthquake was recorded at a depth of 107 kilometers, with its epicenter located approximately 280 kilometers west of Bogotá. Bogotá Mayor Carlos Galán reported that, at this time, there are no reports of injuries or structural damage, although some buildings have sustained cracks. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely for any developments.
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(UPDATED August 10, 2026 15:16 UTC)
Governor Nubia Carolina Córdoba-Curi announced that officials are currently assessing the damage in Quibdó following an earthquake that prompted evacuations and resulted in injuries and significant destruction in the area. The epicenter of the quake was located approximately 250 miles west of Bogotá, where Mayor Carlos Galán reported no injuries or major structural damage, though some buildings did sustain cracks. As the situation develops, authorities continue to gather information on the impact of this natural disaster.
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(UPDATED August 10, 2026 14:21 UTC)
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, with the epicenter located in San José del Palmar, Chocó. Bogotá Mayor Carlos Galán and Chocó Governor Nubia Carolina Córdoba-Curi reported injuries and significant damage, particularly in the city of Quibdó, prompting widespread evacuations as alarms sounded in Bogotá. The earthquake occurred at 7:34 a.m. local time, and its tremors were felt as far away as Barranquilla.