The strongest earthquake in Colombia this century killed 111+ people, toppled buildings, and trapped survivors under rubble across western cities including Cali, Pereira, and Quibdo. The quake struck at 107km depth along the Pacific Ring of Fire; seismologists note its inland location and strike-slip motion amplified damage despite considerable depth, with 21 aftershocks recorded.
7.4 magnitude earthquake kills 100+ in western Colombia, new president declares emergency
Over 100 people killed, hundreds injured, multiple buildings collapsed trapping survivors, thousands displaced from destroyed homes, and widespread infrastructure damage affecting hospitals and emergency services.