Colombia earthquake kills at least 69 as rescuers search for survivors
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, killing at least 69 people, with the quake felt across neighbouring countries.
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia, with the epicentre located 100 kilometres deep. The tremor was felt across Ecuador, Panama and Venezuela. At least 69 people were confirmed dead in initial reports, with rescue efforts underway as residents surveyed destroyed buildings.
Covered byNZ HeraldNewstalk ZBNot covered byRNZStuff1NewsOtago Daily TimesNewsroomThe SpinoffBusinessDeskinterest.co.nz
Coverage across the news outlets we track, as at publication.
What outlets are saying
NZ Herald
Colombia death toll rises as search for survivors continues after 7.4 quake
The quake's epicentre was 100km deep and was felt in Equador, Panama and Venezuela.
Newstalk ZB
Colombia death toll rises as search for survivors continues after 7.4 quake
A powerful earthquake rocked Colombia and neighbouring Latin American countries, with at least 69 people confirmed dead in first reports as shocked residents surveyed destroyed buildings.