Colombia Earthquake Shakes Nation | Lubbock News

A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck western Colombia, killing at least 111 people and leaving thousands missing or trapped under rubble. Search teams race against time in cities like Cali and Pereira, where over 1,600 buildings collapsed. Newly inaugurated President Abelardo de la Espriella has deployed the military and promised rental aid for displaced families — a major early test for his crime-fighting reputation. Families are in anguish, like one woman searching for her uncle, while global aid pours in, including $15.5 million from the U.S. and support from Latin American neighbors, following recent deadly quakes in Venezuela. Residents describe scenes of terror as their towns crumbled, and the long road to recovery has just begun. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/83b9b05419a2c045