7.4 magnitude earthquake hits Colombia; 20 killed, buildings & airports damaged
A significant earthquake jolted western Colombia on Monday, resulting in injuries and extensive destruction. Tragically, two fatalities occurred in Manizales, while in Cali, twenty structures collapsed. Air travel was halted at several airports in various cities. The quake's impact was felt as far as Bogota and neighboring nations, raising concerns about possible aftershocks. Colombian President…
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake hit western Colombia on Monday, resulting in at least 77 deaths, with an estimated toll potentially surpassing 1,000. The tremor's epicenter was near San Jose del Palmar in Choco province, at a depth of 107 km (66 miles). Buildings collapsed and residents were trapped in several cities, including Risaralda, Pereira, Manizales, Buenaventura, Cali, and Bogota.
The USGS and Colombia's geological service reported the earthquake, warning of significant casualties and widespread damage. Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella personally assumed leadership of the emergency response in San Jose del Palmar and ordered the creation of a Unified Command Post. Choco Governor Nubia Carolina Cordoba-Curi reported injuries and substantial damage in Quibdo, warning of potential aftershocks. Colombian Army deployed five platoons of rescue soldiers to assess areas requiring assistance.
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