A powerful earthquake struck Colombia’s Pacific Coast, causing injuries and damage, according to reports. The tremor was described by several outlets as having a magnitude of 7.4, with the effects felt in western Colombia and neighboring Ecuador.
People evacuated homes and buildings following the shaking, as authorities and residents responded to possible structural risks. Reports also indicated that some buildings collapsed, although the full extent of the damage was not immediately clear.
The earthquake occurred along the Pacific Ring of Fire, a seismically active zone surrounding much of the Pacific Ocean. Emergency services were assessing affected areas, while officials worked to determine the number of injuries and the scale of damage.
Further information was expected as inspections and rescue efforts continued. Authorities were also monitoring conditions in coastal and urban areas for additional hazards associated with the earthquake.
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