A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing more than 100 people and leaving over 3,000 missing. The quake caused widespread damage, collapsing and severely damaging buildings in major cities such as Cali and Pereira. Search and rescue operations resumed Tuesday in dozens of affected areas as authorities worked to locate survivors and assess the full scale of the disaster.
Mayors and governors from Cali, Pereira, Choco, and Manizalez reported at least 179 deaths in those regions. The federal government is coordinating efforts with local officials to manage the crisis. Over 1,600 buildings were reported damaged or collapsed, with many residents still trapped under debris.
The earthquake, which was felt across multiple cities, has prompted emergency responses from both local and national authorities. Rescue teams are focusing on the most heavily impacted areas, where the risk of further collapses remains high. The situation continues to evolve as more information becomes available.
