6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Devastates Santa Cecilia, Colombia

A powerful earthquake measuring 6.5 on the Richter scale struck Santa Cecilia, an inspection of Paratebueno, Cundinamarca, Colombia, in the early hours of June 8, 2025. The temblor caused significant damage to homes and buildings in the area, leaving residents to assess the destruction. Footage from the scene shows collapsed walls, shattered roofs, and debris scattered across the landscape. One resident, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated, "It all happened so fast. One moment I was inside my house, and the next, everything was falling down around me." Emergency services were immediately deployed to the area to assist those affected and assess the full extent of the damage. While the initial impact was significant, there are hopes for a swift recovery and rebuilding efforts in the community.