At Least 47 Dead After 7.4 Earthquake Hits Western Colombia
A powerful earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday. It measured 7.4 magnitude and hit at 7:34 a.m. local time.
At least 47 people died in the earthquake. Deaths included 18 in Pereira and two in Manizales.
Another 27 people died in Valle del Cauca, where Cali is located. The earthquake collapsed or badly damaged buildings in Cali and Pereira.
Dozens of buildings collapsed across western Colombia. The quake also shook Bogotá and Medellín.
Rescuers kept searching damaged buildings for survivors. Authorities worked to find people trapped in rubble.
Klear Note — Earthquake magnitude measures energy released; higher numbers mean stronger shaking.
Key Terms 4
- Pereira A city in western Colombia hit hard by the earthquake.
- Manizales A city in western Colombia affected by the earthquake.
- Valle del Cauca A region in western Colombia where Cali is located.
- magnitude A number showing how strong an earthquake is.