A 7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Colombia on Monday, killing at least 181 people, according to Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella. Rescue efforts continue as authorities search for thousands reported missing, following widespread damage from the temblor.
The earthquake tests Colombia’s newly appointed leadership and emergency response capacity. Outlets report the confirmed death toll based on the president’s public statement, while search and recovery operations remain ongoing. The number of missing persons and the broader impact on affected communities are still being assessed, with officials coordinating disaster response activities and investigators working to determine damage across hard-hit areas.
