A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia on Monday, resulting in more than 200 fatalities and causing significant destruction to over 1,500 homes. According to official reports, this seismic event marks the most powerful tremor recorded in the country over the past decade.
The earthquake’s epicenter was located in the northwestern department of Chocó. Despite this, the impact was severe enough to be felt strongly in Bogotá, the nation’s capital, situated approximately 150 miles away from the source of the tremor.
In response to the crisis, the Colombian government has officially declared a national state of disaster. Emergency response teams are currently working to rescue individuals trapped under debris, while various charitable organizations have mobilized on the ground to provide essential aid. Impact Your World is actively monitoring the situation and will continue to update its list of vetted organizations providing assistance to those affected by the disaster. The report also notes that according to a count, and more than 1,500 homes are damaged or destroyed as a result of the powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia on Monday, more than 200 people have died.