A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck central Colombia on the morning of June 8, 2025, with its epicenter near Paratebueno, roughly 100 kilometers southeast of Bogotá. The tremor hit at approximately 10:47 AM local time and was felt strongly in Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali, causing widespread alarm and prompting evacuations.

Though the quake lasted less than a minute, buildings swayed and thousands fled homes and offices in panic. In Bogotá, some structures reported minor cracks and power outages, but there were no reports of major collapses. Emergency services were deployed swiftly to assess damage and assist residents.

Authorities confirmed several injuries, but no fatalities. Transport services were temporarily suspended, and engineers began inspections to ensure infrastructure safety. While the event caused momentary chaos, officials credited Colombia’s improved earthquake preparedness and building standards with preventing greater tragedy. Aftershocks remain possible, and residents have been advised to stay alert.