M4.7 Earthquake 1 km SE of Villanueva, Colombia — June 17, 2026
2026-06-17 10:51:00 UTC (1 hour ago) · approx. 5:51 AM UTC-5 local
On June 17, 2026 at 10:51 UTC, a magnitude 4.7 intermediate depth earthquake struck 1 km SE of Villanueva, Colombia, at a depth of 164.0 km and coordinates 6.6589°, -73.1629°. This earthquake was detected by 143 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 340, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 169 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.1 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
-73.1629°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.7 earthquake near Villanueva, Colombia?
The magnitude 4.7 earthquake that struck 1 km SE of Villanueva, Colombia on June 17, 2026 at 10:51 UTC had a depth of 164.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 6.6589°, -73.1629°, which is 1 km SE of Villanueva, Colombia.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.7 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000stm0). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, June 17, 2026). M4.7 Earthquake 1 km SE of Villanueva, Colombia — June 17, 2026. Retrieved June 17, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000stm0/