7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Colombia, Shaking Felt Across Border
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia on Aug 10, with an interactive map showing epicenter and shake intensity.
A significant earthquake measuring 7.4 on the Richter scale struck Colombia on August 10, sending tremors across the region and into neighboring Ecuador. The seismic event has prompted geologists to map the epicenter and the extent of ground shaking.
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has released an interactive digital map that pinpoints the exact location of the earthquake's epicenter within Colombia. The map also illustrates the intensity of the shaking felt across different areas, providing a visual representation of how the seismic waves radiated outward.
According to the USGS data, the impact of the quake was not confined to Colombia alone. The shake-intensity map indicates that the tremors were strong enough to be felt in parts of Ecuador, highlighting the cross-border reach of this powerful geological event.
The map, which is current as of August 10, 2026, serves as a static reference for the event and will not be updated. It offers a detailed look at the geographical scope of the earthquake, helping authorities and the public understand the areas most affected by the ground motion.