At least 20 killed as 7.4-magnitude quake rocks Colombia
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, causing at least 111 deaths and significant infrastructure damage. The government has declared a state of emergency as rescue operations continue in affected regions like Choco and Pereira.
Listen Summarise Colombia declared a state of emergency after a 7.4-magnitude earthquake killed 111 people and damaged over 1,000 buildings, with many trapped under rubble. The quake's epicentre was in the Choco region, severely affecting cities like Pereira, Manizales, Cali, and Quibdo, causing deaths, injuries, and widespread fear. International aid offers came from the US, EU, Israel, Mexico, Ecuador, and France, as rescue efforts continue amid ongoing aftershock concerns and infrastructure disruptions. AI generated
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