A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake shook western Colombia on Monday, August 10, sending tremors across several parts of the country. The epicentre was located near San José del Palmar in the Chocó department,
while the shaking was felt as far as Bogotá and neighbouring countries. Reports of injuries and structural damage have emerged from several cities as authorities continue assessing the situation.
Devastating scenes have emerged from Pereira, Colombia, after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake rocked the region. Buildings and structures have been damaged, with debris scattered across areas as shaken residents rushed onto the streets following the intense tremors.
Death Toll Rises, Buildings Collapse
The powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck western Colombia has left at least 20 people dead, according to the latest reports from authorities. At least 20 buildings have also been reported collapsed, with rescue teams working through damaged areas and searching for people who may be trapped beneath the rubble.
The emotional footage captures a women crying as the aftermath of the powerful earthquake unfolds around her. Surrounded by scenes of destruction and shaken residents, the heartbreaking moment reflects the fear and distress caused by the sudden disaster.
Emergency teams are assessing the damage and responding across affected areas, while authorities continue to update the casualty and damage figures.
Local authorities have reported injuries and significant damage to buildings following the powerful earthquake. As the intense shaking rattled several areas, frightened residents rushed out of their homes and buildings, gathering in the streets amid concerns over further tremors and possible structural damage.
A earthquake struck near San José del Palmar in Colombia’s Chocó province, sending strong tremors across much of the country, including Bogotá, and even into neighbouring Venezuela.
Visuals from across Chocó, Medellín, Cali and Pereira show the scale of destruction following the powerful earthquake, with damaged and collapsed structures reported in several areas.
Buildings Collapse Across Multiple Cities
Dramatic visuals from Cali, Pereira, Quibdó and other parts of western Colombia show damaged and collapsed structures following the powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake. Emergency crews have been seen searching through rubble, while residents gather outside buildings as authorities assess the extent of the destruction.
Rescue Efforts Underway
In Cali, several structures were reported damaged or collapsed, with people trapped under debris and rescue teams working at the scene. In Quibdó, officials reported injuries and serious damage to buildings, while Pereira also suffered significant structural damage.
Tremors Trigger Panic
The earthquake struck western Colombia with its epicentre near San José del Palmar in Chocó and was felt across a wide area, including Bogotá and neighbouring Ecuador. The strong shaking sent residents rushing out of buildings and into the streets as authorities warned people to remain alert for aftershocks.
