Colombia earthquake: Death toll rises to over 100
A powerful earthquake, measured at magnitude 7.4, has struck Colombia, killing dozens of people and trapping many under rubble. Cities including Cali, Pereira and Manizales were among the hardest-hit.
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia early Monday morning, killing at least 111 people and injuring 87 more. The quake's epicenter was located on the eastern tip of the Choco province on Colombia's Pacific coast. President Abelardo de la Espriella declared a national state of emergency and personally took charge of the government's response to the emergency.
Rescue teams were working to free residents trapped by collapsed buildings in cities such as Cali. At least 20 buildings collapsed in Cali, leaving at least 20 people trapped inside. Six airports reported damage, suspending flights for safety reasons. The USGS recorded the quake at magnitude 7.4 and reported a magnitude 5.0 aftershock relatively soon after the main quake.
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