Colombia Reels from Devastating Earthquake | Dublin News

A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck Western Colombia, triggering widespread destruction and claiming over 160 lives—with fears the toll will climb. Entire neighborhoods in Pereira and Cali lie in ruins, including the airport and hospitals, forcing emergency care outdoors. Volunteers race to dig through rubble, hearing faint scratching from trapped survivors. Authorities have imposed curfews and deployed 1,000 security forces amid reports of looting. The president vows unity and solidarity as the nation confronts a disaster reminiscent of the 1999 quake and echoing recent tragedies in Venezuela. Recovery will be long and arduous. 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/aeaae86fc48d0c06