A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia, resulting in at least 69 confirmed deaths as of today. This is the strongest earthquake to hit the country in the last ten years, according to Colombia’s Geological Service. The quake caused significant damage and triggered landslides in the affected regions. Rescue efforts are ongoing, but hindered by difficult terrain and ongoing aftershocks. Authorities are working to assess the full extent of the damage and provide aid to those impacted. The earthquake has sparked fears and prompted emergency declarations in several departments. Further updates are expected as search and rescue operations progress.