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Earthquake of magnitude 5.6 reported in Colombia on Friday (19 January)

Risk level: Medium Country: Colombia

As per reports, Colombian Geological Survey reported a 5.6 magnitude earthquake on Friday (19 January) at 0626 hours (local time).

• The municipality of La Virginia, Risaralda, located 31 kilometers from the reported epicenter in Ansermanuevo, witnessed severe infrastructure damage to several homes.
• Images circulated online depicted collapsed roofs and facades, illustrating the extent of the impact.
• The aftermath of the earthquake extended beyond La Virginia, with Pereira and Cartago also reporting consequences.

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