M4.4 earthquake shakes northern Colombia

by | Oct 20, 2012

Earthquake

A magnitude-4.4 earthquake shook the northern Colombian city of Santa Marta Friday.

According to the U.S. Geogolical Survey, the epicenter of the earthquake was 21 miles south of the Caribbean city.

Citizens of other northern Colombian cities like Barranquilla, Cienaga and Valledupar reported feeling the earthquake that occurred around 10.40PM.

Local authorities reported no injuries or material damage.

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