Colombia Earthquake | How 7.4 Magnitude Quake That Killed 130 Left Colombia In Ruins

Search and rescue efforts were underway in dozens of cities and towns in western Colombia after a powerful earthquake struck the region, killing at least 111 people and leaving many trapped under the debris of damaged and destroyed buildings. Monday's 7.4 magnitude earthquake rattled Cali, Quibdo, Pereira and numerous other cities and towns, and was felt in neighboring Ecuador and Panama. Around 1,600 buildings were reported damaged or collapsed. Soldiers, rescue personnel and families picked through the rubble, removing and passing large pieces of concrete by hand down lines of volunteers. President Abelardo de la Espriella said Monday afternoon at least 111 people had died. He declared an emergency to expedite funding for the quake recovery.