A 7.4-magnitude earthquake has left Colombia facing a major rescue operation, with at least 132 people dead and more than 480 injured. The quake struck western Colombia and its Pacific coast, damaging at least 1,500 buildings and triggering a state of emergency. Rescuers are searching collapsed structures for survivors, while hospitals and regional airports face disruption. The powerful tremors were felt as far as Bogotá and neighbouring countries. Colombia’s location along the Pacific Ring of Fire adds context to the region’s seismic activity. With international aid now arriving, authorities are assessing the full scale of the destruction. Josh Barnes tells you more.
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