A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the Pacific coast region of Colombia and Ecuador today. The strong tremor was felt across a wide area, including Colombia's capital city, Bogota, where it prompted people to evacuate buildings.
A Colombian governor reported that the earthquake has resulted in injuries and damage in areas along the Pacific coast. Residents in both Colombia and Ecuador were seen evacuating their homes and other structures following the significant shaking.
Authorities are continuing to assess the full scope of the earthquake's impact across the affected regions. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.