August 25 at 10:33 p.m. and August 26 at 12:27 p.m. The Colombian Geological Service reported two earthquakes with epicenters in El Calvario, Meta and Los Santos, Santander, respectively.
It was stated that both places are prone to seismic events. In fact, the 6.1 magnitude earthquake that frightened the country last week occurred in El Calvario. On the other hand, Mesa de Los Santos in Santander is considered as the second seismic hotspot.
It should be noted that the high seismic activity in the country is due to the fact that Colombia is located in a region where several tectonic plates meet and due to this geological interaction, earthquakes occur in a large part of its territory.
Coastal areas and surrounding mountain areas are particularly prone to seismic activity.
at 22.33, There was an earthquake with epicenter in El Calvario, MetaAccording to the Colombian Geological Service.
The depth of ground movement was less than 30 kilometersso it was superficial and its size was 3.4.
SGC did not report any aftershocks. Likewise, there was no damage. However, internet users reported that the movement was also felt in Bucaramanga, Bogota, Villavicencio and Antioquia.
Given at 12:27 Earthquake with epicenter in Los Santos and SantanderAccording to the Colombian Geological Service.
The depth of the telluric action was 148 kilometers And its magnitude was 3.8.
SGC uses a different measurement system than the Richter scale and the moment magnitude scale.
In fact, the measurement system they use is the European macroseismic scale, more commonly known as EMS-98.
Thus, while the 3 magnitude earthquake is classified as mild, the 4 magnitude tremors are felt widely.
The Bogota Red Cross shares some advice during and after the earthquake.
It is advisable to breathe and remain calm before making hasty decisions. If you are in an earthquake resistant building, Ideally, squat down and find a safe position under heavy furniture or in front of a wall.
To protect the most sensitive areas of the body, it is recommended to protect the neck and head with the arms, then bend the head as close to the knees as possible and maintain the fetal position.
When the movement is over, it is ideal to cut off services such as electricity, water, gas and then proceed to evacuation.
On the contrary, if you are not in an earthquake resistant building, the indicator of this is that you evacuate as soon as possible.
The business recommends not placing it under door frames, but away from windows and hanging objects. It is very important to have an emergency kit in homes and to agree on a meeting point.
Remember these 4 ways to stay calm:
Step by step to enable this option seismic alarm manually from your mobile phone.
GERALDINE BAJONERO VASQUEZ
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