A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia on Monday morning, killing more than 100 people and leaving many others missing, authorities reported. Rescue teams were searching through rubble for survivors as the death toll continued to rise.
The quake hit several cities hard, including Cali, Pereira and Manizales, where buildings collapsed and people were trapped under debris. Officials said dozens were initially reported dead, but the number of confirmed fatalities has since climbed past 100.
Search and rescue efforts are ongoing, with crews working to reach those still buried. Many people remain unaccounted for, and the full scale of the disaster is not yet known.
The earthquake struck in the morning hours, catching many residents at home or at work. Witnesses described strong shaking that sent people fleeing into the streets.
Authorities have not released a complete list of casualties or damage estimates. Emergency services are focusing on the worst-hit urban areas, where the destruction is most severe.
This is one of the deadliest earthquakes to hit Colombia in recent years. The government has not yet declared a state of emergency, but rescue operations are expected to continue for days as crews search for survivors.
Residents in affected cities are being urged to stay clear of damaged buildings as aftershocks remain possible. Further updates on the death toll and missing persons are expected as the search progresses.