Severe shaking recorded Saturday, September 16th at 8:33am in Bucaramanga and Medellín.
Magnitude of movement according to Colombian Geological System It was 5.0 and the epicenter was in Santander.
The depth of the earthquake in Los Santos, Santander, one of the most shaken municipalities in the world, was 149 kilometers.
(Tremor in Colombia: reports of strong earthquake felt in many cities).
The Risk Management units of the departments of Santander and Antioquia are carrying out a scan in different municipalities to confirm possible impacts.
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The Los Santos Seismic Slot emerges as a persistent tremor epicenter that represents 60% of the total seismic activity in Colombia. Earthquakes that occur almost constantly in this region underline the need to be prepared for seismic events.
On average, around 2,500 earthquakes are recorded per month in the country. However, most of these earthquakes do not have significant magnitude and intensity, and many of them cannot be perceived by the public. Over the last three decades, Colombia’s National Seismological Network has documented almost 300,000 of these events, highlighting the constant seismic activity that defines the country.
Seismic history reveals that regions that have experienced major earthquakes in the past are likely to experience similar events again in the future. This fact highlights the importance of understanding seismic history at both national and regional levels for adequate preparation.
Although there is no scientifically proven way to predict earthquakes, it is important to prepare to minimize their effects. The construction of earthquake-resistant structures plays a fundamental role in this preparation.
Conscious of the seismically active nature of the country, the Colombian people should focus on seismic education and awareness, as well as practical measures to ensure the safety of people and infrastructure in the challenging seismic environment.
MEDELLIN
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Source: Exame
