6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Devastates Paratebueno, Colombia

A powerful 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck Paratebueno, Cundinamarca, Colombia on June 8, 2025, at approximately 7:00 AM local time. The quake caused widespread damage to infrastructure, including significant cracks in roads and the collapse of numerous buildings. Power and water services were disrupted across the municipality. Noticias Caracol reporter Sneyder Rico, reporting live from Villavicencio, experienced a subsequent aftershock while on air. "It was terrifying," Rico stated, describing the intensity of the tremor. Local resident Cristian Garzón described the scene: "My house is completely destroyed. It's a disaster." Despite the extensive damage, thankfully no fatalities have been reported. The community is rallying together for recovery efforts.