More than 100 killed after strongest quake this century hits western Colombia
Summary
More than 100 people were killed after a 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, collapsing buildings, damaging hospitals and forcing curfews and airport shutdowns. President Abelardo De La Espriella declared a national state of emergency as rescue teams raced to find survivors trapped under rubble.
Key Points
- A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing more than 100 people and causing widespread destruction across several cities.
- President Abelardo De La Espriella declared a national state of emergency, visited affected areas and promised aid, rent subsidies and extra security.
- Rescue teams continued searching through rubble in cities including Cali, Pereira and Manizales, where buildings, hospitals and a cathedral were damaged or collapsed.
- Authorities suspended operations at several airports, imposed curfews and warned that more aftershocks were likely.
