Large earthquake hits western Colombia causing damage
- A powerful earthquake shook western Colombia early on Monday morning, with reports of the tremors being felt in the capital Bogota and even far south across the border in Quito in Ecuador.
- Officials said at least 18 people were killed in the town of Pereira.
- Rescue teams were working to free residents after buildings collapsed in Cali and other cities.
Confirmed
- A powerful earthquake shook western Colombia early on Monday morning, with reports of the tremors being felt in the capital Bogota and even far south across the border in Quito in Ecuador.
Unverified
- Officials said at least 18 people were killed in the town of Pereira.
- Rescue teams were working to free residents after buildings collapsed in Cali and other cities.
Sources: DW