Colombia Earthquake Claims at Least 111 Lives

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On Monday, a powerful magnitude-7.4 earthquake struck the western region of Colombia, resulting in a minimum of 111 fatalities and 87 injuries, as reported by local authorities. The seismic event occurred in the Chocó area at a depth of roughly 107 kilometers, with significant tremors felt throughout Colombia and in neighboring countries such as Venezuela, Ecuador, and Panama. Numerous structures collapsed, including 32 in Cali, prompting rescue teams to search for individuals trapped under the debris. A national emergency has been declared in Colombia, with international aid offered from nations including the United States, France, and Mexico. Efforts for rescue and recovery are set to persist.  Disclosure: This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using Al-assisted tools. ai-generated

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00:00a massive earthquake has struck western colombia the magnitude 7.4 quake hit early monday morning

00:06it struck in the chaco region about 107 kilometers below the surface at least 111 people have been

00:13killed another 87 people were injured according to colombian officials the powerful shaking was

00:20felt across colombia it also reached neighboring venezuela ecuador and panama buildings collapsed

00:26in several cities in cali alone 32 buildings reportedly collapsed rescue teams are searching

00:33through the rubble for people who may still be trapped colombia has declared a national emergency

00:39international support is also being offered including help from the united states the

00:44earthquake is now one of colombia's deadliest disasters in years and rescue and recovery

00:50operations are expected to continue disclosure this video contains stock footage and content

00:55created or enhanced using ai assisted tools

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