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Illustration of earthquake tremors in a Colombian coastal town with alarmed residents but no major damage.
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5.6 magnitude earthquake strikes Colombia's Pacific region

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A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck on Thursday, May 14, with its epicenter in Chocó and was felt across multiple regions of the country without causing major damage.

Colombia's environmental authorities urged respect for wildlife following two recent incidents: a pigua nest fall in Buga and mistreatment of a two-toed sloth in Riosucio, Chocó.

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Naranja Internet, a rural connectivity provider, saw substantial growth in Chocó in 2025. The company reached over 5,000 households and notably expanded its workforce. This progress helps narrow the digital divide in a region with high unemployment rates.

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