Magnitude 7.4 Earthquake – 5 km S of San José del Palmar, Colombia

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia in the Chocó region at 7:34 a.m. local time, as confirmed by the Geological Service of Colombia. The seismic event caused significant damage, including the collapse of a nearly century-old Catholic church. This devastating disaster has resulted in at least 22 deaths. Terrifying footage documents the destruction of the historic church as the powerful earthquake rattled the area, leading to casualties and severe structural failures throughout the region.