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Rescuers in Colombia call for silence around earthquake rubble as the window for survival narrows

Rescuers in Colombia are racing against time to find survivors after a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit the country on Monday

The Independent UK · Aug 13

Devastating earthquake tests new President as Colombia digs through ruins for those still alive

Rescue crews and civilians searched through rubble for survivors after a powerful earthquake hit western Colombia. The 7.4 magnitude quake collapsed buildings and buckled roads, leaving thousands missing and injured. Authorities reported at least 181 deaths, while civilian databases suggest a much higher number. The earthquake presents a significant challenge…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

A Quake Interrupts a New Presidency's First Week; Colombia Declares National Disaster as Cali Locks Down

Colombia declared a national disaster after a 7.4 earthquake killed at least 250 people; Cali imposed a curfew and Washington pledged $15.5 million in aid.

Latin Times · Aug 12

‘Every minute counts’ as rescuers race to find survivors after deadly Colombia earthquake

People being pulled from collapsed buildings day after 7.4 magnitude quake hit, in response experts say contrasts favourably with Venezuela’s

The Guardian - UK · Aug 11

Colombia searches for over 3,000 missing after a powerful earthquake kills more than 100

Search efforts continue after a powerful earthquake struck western Colombia. Over three thousand people remain missing, with many feared trapped under debris. Authorities confirmed at least 179 deaths across four affected regions. The nation's new president mobilized extensive resources to aid the disaster zone. International aid has been pledged to…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Colombia earthquake latest: More than 160 killed after 7.4 tremor leaves ‘trail of destruction’

The death toll in major cities including Cali is expected to rise with many people feared trapped under collapsed buildings

The Independent UK · Aug 11

Colombia's New President Faces First Crisis as 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 111

Colombia's new president, Abelardo de la Espriella, faces a major crisis after a 7.4-magnitude earthquake devastates the Pacific region, killing 111 and leaving thousands missing. Rescue efforts are ongoing.

International Business Times UK · Aug 11

President de la Espriella Updates Death Toll to 111 From Devastating Earthquake; Buildings Collapse, Airports Shut in Western Colombia

A 7.4 earthquake killed dozens and collapsed buildings across western Colombia Monday, testing a president sworn in just three days earlier.

Latin Times · Aug 10

Six Colombian rebels killed in 'message' by President Abelardo de la Espriella's new government

The six killed by Colombian forces on Sunday include four members of a splinter faction of the former FARC guerrilla group, as well as, two members of the Gulf Clan, Colombia's main drug cartel, in Antioquia department in the northwest.

Euronews · Aug 10

Colombia rocked by car bomb blast a day after new President Abelardo de la Espriella takes charge

In southwestern Colombia, a car bomb detonated at a toll plaza on Saturday, just a day after Abelardo de la Espriella took office as president. The army promptly attributed the incident to dissident FARC factions, leaving two security guards injured. In response, President de la Espriella issued a stern warning…

The Times of India · Aug 9