Earthquake felt in Chocó, Colombia; magnitude 3.3 reported

A moderate earthquake was registered in the Colombian department of Chocó on the night of Tuesday, August 25, 2026. The Colombian Geological Service (SGC) reported the seismic event, which measured a magnitude of 3.3.

The tremor occurred at approximately 10:22 p.m. local time and was centered in the municipality of Istmina. The SGC indicated that the earthquake had a shallow depth, less than 30 kilometers, and was located about 29 kilometers from the municipality of Sipí, also in Chocó.

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The seismic event occurred at approximately 10:22 p.m. in the municipality of Istmina, in the department of Chocó.

According to data collected by the SGC's reporting tool, the earthquake was felt by residents in the affected area. While the magnitude suggests a relatively minor seismic event, its shallow depth can sometimes lead to more noticeable ground shaking.

The article also includes practical information for residents, detailing how to enable Google's earthquake alert system on smartphones. This system utilizes a network of seismic sensors to detect and warn users about incoming tremors. Additionally, it reiterates recommendations from the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD) on preparing for, during, and after an earthquake, emphasizing the importance of emergency plans, evacuation routes, safe zones, and emergency kits.

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The movement telúrico had a depth superficial menor a 30 kilometers and was located at 29 kilometers from the municipality of Sipí, in Chocó.