Colombia has been described by experts as a country that is seismically very active. The above is due to its geographical location. Likewise, neighboring countries like Venezuela are affected by tectonic plates. Right in this area of the planet there is convergence between the three tectonic plates, which are known as the Nazca plate, the Caribbean plate and the South American plate. This is why earthquakes occur daily in the country and neighboring nations.
Let us remember that the movement of the earth, also known as tremor or earthquake, occurs due to the friction of tectonic plates. This causes the Earth to release energy and gives way to earthquakes. Consequently, when they reach high magnitudes, serious damage occurs in terms of infrastructure and social.
Now, Colombia is one of the countries that is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire. This is an area recognized in the world since it is characterized by having high seismic and volcanic activity.
This is why in the country the function of the Colombian Geological Service is so important, since the entity monitors seismic and volcanic behavior. Although earthquakes and the eruption of volcanoes cannot be predicted, serious research is generated from the entity to understand more and more the behavior of the country.
Activate the Google earthquake alert on your cell phone
In the explanation they gave from Google, they clarified that before activating this option, in order to receive alerts, it is mandatory to have the Wi-Fi or data connection activated.
Knowing the above, to configure the function you must follow the following steps:
- Open the phone’s Settings app.
- Click on “Security and Emergency and then Earthquake Alerts”. In case you don’t find this option, go to Advanced Location and Earthquake Alerts.
- Activate or deactivate the alert whenever you want.
You may not receive alerts for all earthquakes or tremors in your area, but sometimes you may receive an alert nearby even if the tremor was felt at your location.
Tremor Colombia and the world
- In Yuyapichis, Peru, citizens felt an earthquake in the middle of the morning, which occurred at 04:58 Local Time with a magnitude of 4.9 M and a shallow depth.
- In Gigante – Huila, Colombia, an earthquake was felt at 07:37 UTC with a magnitude of 2.8 M and a shallow depth
- Algeria – Valle del Cauca, Colombia, presented an earthquake at 02:24 Local Time of magnitude 2.5 M and depth 87 km
- A strong earthquake occurred in Burica, Panama, at 00:13 Local Time of magnitude 5.1 M and shallow depth
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