A powerful earthquake struck Colombia. The magnitude was 7.4. It was the strongest quake in the last decade. At least 111 people are known to have died. Many more are feared to be trapped under the rubble of collapsed buildings. The epicenter was near the small community of San Jose del Palmar in the western region of Choco.
The impact of the earthquake was felt across the country. Many buildings collapsed. People were running for safety as the streets shifted beneath their feet. The emergency services are working hard to rescue people. They are using equipment like cranes and bulldozers to move heavy debris. The response to the disaster is very important. The relief efforts are ongoing.
The government is helping the affected areas. The president of Colombia has ordered the suspension of his entire schedule to focus on the disaster. He wants to make sure people are safe. The search for survivors will continue. People are hoping to find more people alive. The recovery will take a long time. The victims of the earthquake need our help.
