Tremors in Colombia today, Sunday, February 18: Seismic report updated via SGC | composition

He Colombian Geographical Service (SGC) Shares the official report of the latest tremors recorded in Colombia Today, Sunday, February 18. The coffee growing country experiences constant seismic activity due to its location Pacific Ring of Fire. In this article, you will have an updated report of the day with the date, exact time, magnitude and location of the earthquake.

Today, Sunday, February 18, tremors in Colombia

According to him SGCAreas with high incidence of telluric movements Colombia Municipalities Los Santos (Santander), Zapatoca (Santander), Villanueva (Santander), Jordan (Santander), El Carmen (Santander), Dabeba (Antioquia), Uribe (Meta), Mesetas (Meta), Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.

It is important to be prepared for an earthquake in these cities, so we recommend creating a family emergency plan and having a kit that includes food, water, medicine and other essentials.

It is also important to know evacuation routes and meeting points in case of emergency.

What to do if there is an earthquake in Colombia?

We share with you the following recommendations on what to do in the event of an earthquake in Colombia, based on information provided by the Geographical Service of Colombia (SGC).

• Stay calm and find a place for seismic protection.
• Lean against a wall or under a sturdy desk or table
• Turn off the electricity and close the water and gas valves.
• If you are on the street, stay away from buildings, poles and power cables.
• If you are at a mass event, the person should stay in place and protect their head and neck with their hands. Also, you must follow the instructions of those in charge of security at that location.
• Create a family emergency plan and practice it regularly
• If you are driving on a subway, bridge or highway, you must slow down and stop after exiting the area.
• Keep an emergency kit in your home, car and workplace

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