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A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 71 people and causing extensive damage across Risaralda, Valle del Cauca, and Chocó, with hospitals and infrastructure reported damaged and ongoing rescue efforts. President Abelardo de la Espriella declared a national disaster to mobilize emergency response and relief as the death toll rose and aid coordination intensified.