Tremor today, March 22, in Colombia. Photo: composition LR/AFP | Photo: composition LR/AFP
Colombia is among the Latin American countries that registers the greatest number of tremors due to its geolocation in the Pacific Ring of Fire, one of the areas with the greatest tectonic activity in the world. Along the same lines, the population can stay informed about today’s tremor and the seismic events that occur in their territory thanks to the information provided by the Colombian Geological Service (SGC).
Today’s earthquake in Colombia, Wednesday March 22: LIVE, latest news
Can the next earthquake in Colombia be predicted?
No, it will not be possible to predict the next earthquake in Colombia. There is not enough technology to do something like this. For this reason, the only alternative is risk prevention.
Latest earthquake report in Colombia from the SGC
The last earthquake registered in Colombia occurred on Wednesday, March 22 at 3:16 p.m. in Mongua, Boyacá. The seismic movement had a magnitude of 2.8 and a depth of less than 30 km.
Where to see the current earthquake records in Colombia?
The Colombian Geological Service web platform keeps a record of the tremors that occur in coffee territory.
SGC registered an earthquake in Cesar with a perceived intensity of 4
The last tremor registered in Colombia occurred on Wednesday, March 22 at 12:29 p.m. in Chimichagua, Cesar. The seismic movement had a magnitude of 2.1 and was at a depth of less than 70 km.
Report of the last earthquake in Colombia today
The last tremor registered in Colombia occurred on Wednesday, March 22 at 12:10 p.m. in Zapatoca, Santander. The seismic movement had a magnitude of 2.6 and was at a depth of 145 km.
SGC records 6.5 magnitude earthquake in Argentina
The Colombian Geological Service (SGC) recorded a magnitude 6.5 earthquake on Wednesday, March 22 at 11:00 a.m. in San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina.
Where did the last earthquake in Colombia happen?
Through the SGC platform, an earthquake was registered at 09:45 in Alto Baudó, Chocó. The telluric movement had a magnitude of 2.7 and superficial depth.
2.7 earthquake was registered in Valle del Cauca
The last tremor registered in Colombia occurred on Wednesday, March 22 at 07:24 a.m. in Buga, Valle del Cauca. The seismic movement had a magnitude of 2.7 and was at a depth of 164 km.
SGC reports magnitude 3.3 earthquake in Chocó
The last tremor registered in Colombia occurred on Wednesday, March 22 at 07:24 a.m. in Sipí, Chocó. The seismic movement had a magnitude of 3.3 and was at a superficial depth of less than 70 km.
What to do in case of an earthquake in Colombia?
In the event of an earthquake, it is necessary to remain calm, move away from windows and buildings that may be dangerous to find a safe space. Before the earthquake, it is recommended to have an emergency backpack and if you are in a coastal city, move away from the sea once the earthquake is over.
What is the difference between tremor, earthquake and earthquake?
Technically, all three terms mean the same thing. However, “tremor” and “earthquake” are used to refer to a movement of low magnitude in colloquial language, while the opposite occurs with “earthquake”.
Can earthquakes be predicted?
According to the National Seismological Network of Colombia, there is no safe technique for earthquake forecasting anywhere in the world. However, although earthquakes cannot be predicted in time, they can be predicted in space, that is, in certain areas it can be said that an earthquake will occur, what is not known is when.
How big was the last tremor today?
The last tremor registered in Colombia occurred on Wednesday, March 22 at 3:16 p.m. in Mongua, Boyacá. The seismic movement had a magnitude of 2.8 and a depth less than 30 km.
Last earthquake in Colombia on March 22, 2023. Photo: SGC
Tremor in Colombia: how does the seismic alert work?
SIMMA is the Mass Movement Information System. It records, stores, manages, processes and displays information about mass movements of Colombia.