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7.4-magnitude earthquake strikes western Colombia, shakes Ecuador; injuries and damage reported in Chocó capital
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Colombia will issue a fuller damage and casualty report as aftershocks keep emergency services deployed.

A cross-border quake with reported injuries and structural damage can rapidly escalate into a humanitarian and infrastructure crisis. The depth and wide felt area increase the likelihood of aftershocks and secondary impacts, keeping emergency response in focus.

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A cross-border quake with reported injuries and structural damage can rapidly escalate into a humanitarian and infrastructure crisis. The depth and wide felt area increase the likelihood of aftershocks and secondary impacts, keeping emergency response in focus.

Curated summary

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia and was felt in Ecuador, prompting evacuations from homes and buildings. The epicenter was near San Jose Del Palmar in Colombia’s Choco region, about 400 kilometers west of Bogota. Choco Governor Nubia Córdoba said there were injuries and serious building damage in the regional capital; the quake struck at a depth of 107 kilometers.

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7.4-magnitude earthquake strikes western Colombia, shakes Ecuador; injuries and damage reported in Chocó capital

Epicenter near San José del Palmar; evacuations reported as authorities assess damage.

ABC7 News·6h ago
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