A 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck central Colombia on June 8, shaking the region surrounding the capital, Bogotá, according to the Colombian Geological Service. The quake was centered roughly 186 kilometers (116 miles) southeast of Bogotá and was felt across much of the country.
Authorities have not reported any casualties so far. Several aftershocks, ranging from magnitude 4.0 to 4.6, were also recorded shortly after the initial quake. Emergency services are monitoring the situation, though no significant damage has been confirmed.
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