A strong earthquake struck western Colombia killing at least 111 people and injuring dozens more.

The US Geological Survey reported, the magnitude-7.4 earthquake occurred in the Chocó region on Monday at 07:34 local time (12:34 GMT) at a depth of 107 kilometres (66 miles).

Tremors were felt across the country, as well as in neighbouring Venezuela, Ecuador and Panama.

Operations are underway to rescue people trapped beneath the debris after buildings collapsed.

Less than two months have passed since twin earthquakes ravaged portions of Venezuela, killing over 6,100 people.