Strong Earthquake Shakes Bogotá: City Responds with Calm Amidst Evacuations

A powerful earthquake struck near Paratebueno, Cundinamarca, Colombia, at 8:08 AM on June 8, 2025, causing tremors felt strongly in Bogotá. The event prompted immediate evacuations of buildings and offices across the city. Noticias Caracol reporters captured footage of residents leaving their homes and workplaces, many in their pajamas. "Many people did the evacuation process," stated an official from the IDIGER, Bogotá's emergency management agency. IDIGER Director Guillermo Escobar reported that the agency is conducting a thorough assessment of infrastructure damage and coordinating with local authorities and firefighters. The video shows a building with minor brick damage, a common occurrence during such events. Despite the initial alarm, there were no immediate reports of major injuries or widespread structural collapse. The swift response and community preparedness demonstrated in the video offer a positive aspect to the story.