A powerful earthquake in Colombia has left more than 110 people dead, with rescuers still searching for survivors trapped in collapsed buildings in the major city of Cali.
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Key facts
- More than 110 people have been reported dead following the earthquake in Colombia.
- The quake was reported at a magnitude of 7.4, according to the Guardian.
- People remain trapped in Cali after more than two dozen structures collapsed.
- Cali mayor Alejandro Eder said the city has requested disaster teams from Bogota and Medellin.
A powerful earthquake has struck Colombia, leaving more than 110 people dead, according to the Guardian’s live coverage of the disaster. The quake, reported at a magnitude of 7.4, caused serious damage across affected areas.
People remain trapped in Cali, one of Colombia’s largest cities, after more than two dozen structures collapsed, the city’s mayor Alejandro Eder said.
Eder added that Cali had asked authorities in Bogota and Medellin to send disaster teams to support rescue efforts, indicating the scale of the response required.
The Guardian reported that its live blog covering the event has now closed, with a full report to follow. The immediate focus of authorities remains on locating and rescuing those still trapped beneath collapsed buildings.
As rescue operations continued, the involvement of disaster teams from multiple cities pointed to a coordinated national effort to respond to the emergency.
Why it matters
Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause widespread devastation and loss of life in populated areas, as seen in Cali where multiple buildings collapsed. Swift, coordinated rescue efforts are critical in the hours after such a disaster, when trapped survivors have the best chance of being found alive.
Frequently asked questions
How many people died in the Colombia earthquake?
According to the Guardian, more than 110 people have been reported dead following the earthquake.
What was the magnitude of the Colombia earthquake?
The earthquake was reported at a magnitude of 7.4, according to the Guardian's coverage.
What is happening in Cali after the quake?
People remain trapped in Cali after more than two dozen structures collapsed. Mayor Alejandro Eder said the city has asked authorities in Bogota and Medellin to send disaster teams to support rescue efforts.
Timeline
- Colombia quake leaves more than 110 dead – as it happened
The Guardian World: This blog is now closed – a full report is here People remain trapped in Cali, one of Colombia’s largest cities, after more than two dozen structures collapsed, mayor Alejandro Eder said. He added that the city had asked authorities in Bogota and Medellin to send disaster tea