At least 111 people killed after 7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Colombia
The casualties appeared most concentrated in the western province of Risaralda, in Colombia's coffee-growing region.
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday night, resulting in widespread destruction and at least 111 confirmed deaths. The quake's epicenter was in Colombia's coastal Choco region at a depth of 100km. Rescue efforts are ongoing in multiple cities, including Pereira, Cali, and the capital Bogota, where authorities are struggling to account for survivors and provide aid.
The nearby city of Manizales reported at least 66 fatalities, with numerous buildings collapsing and damaged structures. The quake caused panic across Colombia, prompting evacuations and prompting authorities to suspend airport operations in several western regions. The US and EU have offered support, while other Latin American nations have pledged assistance.
The recent quake follows a series of disastrous earthquakes in Venezuela earlier this year, which killed over 6,000 people.
Written by urgent.news from SBS News's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
