Earthquake in Colombia: Petro insisted on alleged fault at Hidroituango that caused the earthquake, sparking strong reactions

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia, causing casualties and severe damage to buildings across numerous cities. The disaster occurred roughly two months after two major earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 shook northwestern Venezuela on June 24, prompting scientific discussions regarding the potential links between climate change and the frequency and intensity of seismic events.

In the wake of the Colombian earthquake, former Colombian President Gustavo Petro sparked significant controversy on Monday, August 10, by insisting that a purported fault related to the Hidroituango dam project may have caused the earthquake. He publicly called for the release of official reports concerning the stability of the Hidroituango infrastructure, generating sharp reactions and debate across social media platforms.