Death toll rises following powerful earthquake in Colombia

Search and rescue operations are ongoing in western Colombia following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake centered near San José del Palmar in the Chocó region. The quake struck at a depth between 82 and 107 kilometers, triggering strong tremors across major population centers, including Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali.

In Cali, municipal authorities reported the collapse of at least 20 buildings, trapping numerous residents beneath the debris. Casualty figures remain fluid as emergency response teams continue to clear affected sites. Media outlets have published varying fatality counts as information develops, ranging from at least 47 to over 80 deaths, alongside dozens of injured individuals.

Sources: Avaz, CDM, HRT Vijesti, Index, Klix