Earthquake Devastation in Colombia: A Tale of Vulnerability and Resilience A magnitude 7. 4 earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, leaving at least 111 people dead and dozens more injured.
The disaster zone, centered around the rural region of Choco, is a stark reminder of the country's vulnerability to natural disasters.
Colombia's rugged terrain and geographical location make it prone to earthquakes, but this disaster highlights the inadequacy of its emergency preparedness measures.