A recent earthquake in Colombia caused severe structural damage and hundreds of fatalities as victims remained trapped under rubble. ^[1] The SGC confirmed that science currently lacks a method to predict the exact timing of future earthquakes or determine with certainty if aftershocks will occur. ^[2] Colombia averages approximately 2,500 seismic movements per month, equating to about 80 events daily, most of which are low magnitude. ^[3] The Colombian Geological Service (SGC) stated that Colombia is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a region with high seismic activity. ^[4] Funvisis, the Venezuelan Foundation for Seismological Research, reported recent seismic activity in Venezuela. ^[5] Both tectonic plates interact primarily in northern South America through lateral sliding and subduction zones. ^[6] Earthquake magnitude is measured numerically by seismographs based on energy released, while intensity is assigned based on damage to humans and structures. ^[7]