Major quake rocks Colombia and other countries, causing damage and injuries

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia and surrounding Latin American countries on Monday, triggering widespread building evacuations and reports of damage and injuries. The seismic event prompted emergency responses across the region, with significant activity noted in the capital city of Bogota.

Colombian geological authorities confirmed the tremor's intensity, which caused disruptions and prompted evacuations in major urban centers. While the full extent of the impact remains under assessment, officials have reported unspecified damage and injuries resulting from the powerful quake.