NewzOn the morning of Monday, August 10, 2026, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia with its epicenter in the department of Chocó, according to the Servicio Geológico Colombiano. The seismic event triggered regional alerts, caused structural damage to buildings, and prompted advisories regarding emergency communication methods, highlighting the recommendation to use free SMS rather than phone calls or WhatsApp to ensure connectivity.
In the aftermath of the disaster, the earthquake also generated false reports circulated on WhatsApp regarding imminent new tremors attributed to the IDEAM. The entity issued warnings clarifying that these messages are completely false and emphasizing that earthquakes are impossible to predict, urging the public to rely exclusively on official channels and designated authorities for accurate information.
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