Colombia's Earthquake Exposes Wider Patterns of Vulnerability A devastating 7. 4 magnitude earthquake has struck western Colombia, leaving at least 132 people dead and many more trapped under rubble.
The quake's epicentre in the Choco region, nestled deep within the dense jungle, poses significant challenges for rescue efforts due to rugged terrain and limited access to communication networks.
The affected region is one of Colombia's poorest, with a history of neglect and underinvestment that has left communities ill prepared for natural disasters of this magnitude.