Rescue teams race to reach people trapped under rubble as authorities assess the scale of the devastation.
Image: CBC
More than 100 people have been killed after a powerful earthquake struck western Colombia, causing widespread destruction and leaving rescue teams searching through collapsed buildings for survivors.
President De La Espriella said the immediate priority was rescuing people trapped beneath the rubble as emergency crews were deployed to the worst-hit areas.
Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage, while hospitals and emergency services work to treat the injured and support affected communities.
Rescue operations remain underway as officials warn that the death toll could rise as teams reach areas that remain difficult to access.
The disaster has prompted a major emergency response, with authorities urging residents to follow safety instructions and remain alert for possible aftershocks.
