The strongest earthquake to hit Colombia in a decade has struck the western part of Colombia, causing widespread destruction across the Pacific Region. The disaster has left children and families facing uncertainty, fear and the loss of homes, schools and essential services, said Save the Children.

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 79 people and flattening buildings. The strongest quake in the country in a decade triggered mass evacuations, aftershock fears and a vast rescue effort.

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 69 people and flattening buildings. The strongest quake in the country in a decade has triggered a major rescue effort and fears of aftershocks.

Colombia's newly inaugurated President Abelardo de la Espriella has declared a state of emergency.