BREAKING: Deadly earthquake leaves trail of destruction across Colombia | DW News

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake has struck western Colombia, killing multiple people and bringing down buildings across several cities. Rescue teams are searching for survivors as residents fear further aftershocks. The quake was felt hundreds of kilometers away, including in the capital Bogotá and neighboring countries. We spoke with our correspondent in Bogotá about the scale of the destruction and the challenges facing emergency responders.

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BREAKING: Deadly earthquake leaves trail of destruction across Colombia

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