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Colombia earthquake strikes Chocó, causing widespread devastation FAST-MOVING

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, with its epicenter located in San José del Palmar, Chocó. The disaster has caused widespread devastation across several departments, including Chocó, Valle del Cauca, Risaralda, and Caldas.

Death tolls vary by reporting source. Asocapitales reported at least 132 fatalities and over 570 injuries, primarily concentrated in major cities. However, regional authorities in four departments have reported a higher combined death toll of approximately 240 people. In Cali alone, the mayor reported 95 deaths and 949 injuries.

President Abelardo de la Espriella has declared a national state of emergency and established a Unified Command Post to coordinate rescue efforts. Major cities including Pereira, Cali, Quibdó, Manizales, and Armenia remain under red alert. Significant infrastructure damage has been reported, including the collapse of at least 86 buildings and disruptions to seven airports.

International support has been pledged, with the United States announcing US$ 15.5 million in aid for emergency relief. Leaders from Brazil, Mexico, and El Salvador have also expressed solidarity and offered humanitarian assistance.

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Abelardo De La Espriella · Asocapitales · Bogotá · Chocó · Colombia · Colombian Geological Service · Cúcuta · Dimayor · European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre · Marco Rubio · Nubia Carolina Córdoba-Curi · San José del Palmar

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