Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero expressed his "deepest condolences to the people and Government of Colombia over the loss of life, injuries, and damage caused by the earthquake in Chocó," in the country's northwest.

In a post on the social media platform X, the official also conveyed "our solidarity with the brotherly Colombian people during these difficult times."

In addition to the 111 fatalities, 87 people have been reported injured following the 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck the country, according to a report from the National Government.

Speaking from the Unified Command Post (PMU) established in response to the emergency, President Abelardo de la Espriella reported that, as of now, 1,575 homes have sustained damage, 37 homes have been destroyed, 61 buildings have collapsed, and 18 health centers and 52 educational facilities have been affected.

Additional damage includes 17 affected community centers, 18 roadways, and six airports, one of which reported damage to its runway.

The head of state stated that the priority remains rescuing those still trapped beneath the rubble.

The Colombian Geological Service (SGC) reported that more than 20 aftershocks have been recorded since the earthquake struck at 7:34 a.m. local time.

The Colombian Association of Capital Cities reported that Pereira, Cali, Manizales, Quibdó, and Armenia are facing the most critical situations, with deaths, injuries, and people trapped, along with structural collapses and damage to hospital infrastructure, airports, public services, and transportation systems.

Separately, the Traffic Police reported full closures and restricted access along various road corridors in Caldas, Tolima, Quindío, and Valle del Cauca.

The National Government issued a national disaster declaration, which will help strengthen the mobilization and coordination of institutional resources to respond to the emergency.