India, Aug. 11 -- A massive 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia on Monday, leaving buildings in ruins, people under the rubble and killing at least 111 people.

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has said that at least 87 people were injured and around 1,600 buildings were damaged, including at least 61 that completely collapsed due to the powerful tremors.

The earthquake in Colombia comes weeks after twin earthquakes devastated neighbouring Venezuela, for which the search and rescue is still underway.

Monday's earthquake in Colombia was the country's strongest recorded "in the 21st century" and was followed by several aftershocks, according to the country's Geological Service.

Speaking to AP, Jorge Moncayo, a 64-year-ol...