Powerful Earthquake Hits Western Colombia and Causes Heavy Casualties

A powerful earthquake struck northwest Colombia at local time. 当地时间，哥伦比亚西北部发生强震。 The epicenter was near a city in Chocó Department. 震中位于乔科省一座城市附近。 Strong shaking was felt in the capital and neighboring countries. 首都以及周边邻国均感受到强烈震动。 Official reports confirm deaths and injuries as rescue operations continue. 官方通报已有遇难与受伤人员，搜救工作持续开展。 Many buildings, roads and airport facilities suffered severe damage across cities. 多地大量建筑、道路与机场设施遭到严重损毁。 The Colombian government declared a national disaster state to coordinate relief work. 哥伦比亚政府宣布进入国家灾难状态，统筹救灾相关工作。 No tsunami risk was detected after the powerful quake. 强震发生后，监测机构未监测到海啸风险。