Western Colombia Earthquake Claims at Least 30 Lives
Summary
A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake in western Colombia has killed at least 30 people and caused damage across several regions. Authorities say there is no tsunami threat, while rescue teams remain on standby and the United States has offered support.
Key Points
- The earthquake struck western Colombia at a depth of 107 kilometers, with the epicenter in San Jose del Palmar in the Choco region.
- At least 30 people have died, including victims in Pereira, Manizales, Choco, Quibdo, Cali, Valle del Cauca, and Antioquia.
- Valle del Cauca Governor Dilian Francisca Toro said the situation is serious after children died in El Darien.
- Bogota Mayor Carlos Fernando Galan said the capital suffered no serious damage and rescue workers are ready to be deployed.
