Photos: 7.4-magnitude earthquake rocks western Colombia
Summary
A strong 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia, killing at least 47 people and damaging many buildings. The quake's center was near San Jose del Palmar, and it caused destruction in several cities, also shaking nearby Ecuador.Key Facts
- The earthquake measured 7.4 on the Richter scale.
- It struck near San Jose del Palmar in the Choco region, about 250 miles west of Bogota.
- At least 47 people have died, and many buildings collapsed.
- Tremors were felt in neighboring Ecuador.
- The quake occurred at a depth of 66 miles.
- Aftershocks of magnitude 2.8 and 4.8 followed the main quake.
- This was the strongest earthquake in Colombia in the last 10 years.
- President Abelardo de la Espriella is leading the government response.
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