Colombia's New President Faces First Major Crisis.

An earthquake struck San José del Palmar in Colombia's Chocó province Monday at 7:34 a.m. local time. Tremors reached Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, and areas near the Venezuelan border.

• USGS measured the quake at magnitude 7.4; EMSC measured it at 6.8.
• Colombia's geological service assigned a magnitude of 6.7; UNGRD reported 6.6.
• 66 miles deep, per USGS; UNGRD placed depth at 79 km.
• Epicenter was roughly 174 miles west of Bogotá.

Why it matters: Chocó Governor Nubia Carolina Córdoba-Curi said injuries have been reported and buildings suffered severe damage in the capital, Quibdó.

• UNGRD is coordinating with local authorities to verify damage across the region.

How 62 sources split on this story

Where they split: Agencies disagree on the earthquake's magnitude, with readings ranging from 6.6 to 7.4 depending on the measuring body.

What’s next: Damage assessments are underway in Chocó province.

• Local authorities remain on alert for impacts on infrastructure and services.
• Governor Córdoba-Curi warned that aftershocks are a concern.
• What is the confirmed death toll and full extent of structural damage?
• Which magnitude figure will agencies converge on as data is finalized?