Death toll rises in Colombia following magnitude 7.4 earthquake

Rescue operations are ongoing across western Colombia following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake centered near San José del Palmar in the Chocó department. The tremor struck at a depth between 82 and 107 kilometers, causing severe structural damage and triggering evacuations in major cities, including Bogotá and Medellín.

In Cali, Mayor Alejandro Eder reported that at least 20 buildings collapsed, leaving residents trapped under debris. Reported casualty figures continue to fluctuate as search and rescue teams clear affected sites; death toll estimates range from at least 47 to more than 80 people, with dozens of others injured. Authorities continue to assess the full extent of the destruction across urban centers.

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