M4.7
Depth:
12.4 km
M4.7 Earthquake near Monterrey, Casanare (Colombia)
About this earthquake
On July 26, 2026 at 02:13 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near Monterrey, Casanare (Colombia). With a focal depth of about 12 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.
The event was recorded by USGS.
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Depth profile
Shallow
12.4 km
12.4 km — shallower than the regional average (86.7 km)
Regional average: 86.7 km
Why depth matters
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
Depth classes per USGS
Tectonic context
Located on the South America Plate.
Near the boundary North Andes ↔ South America · about 11 km away
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