Powerful earthquake strikes western Colombia
LATEST Death toll climbs above 200 after earthquake
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, devastating the Pío XII condominium in Cali's El Lido neighborhood. Rescue efforts are underway, and the death toll has climbed above 200. Residents gathered in the ruins, surveying the damage.
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A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, devastating the Pío XII condominium in Cali's El Lido neighborhood. Residents gathered in the ruins, with rescue efforts underway and the death toll climbing above 200, including at least 85 in Cali. The earthquake damaged vital medical facilities and raised concerns about water and sanitation.
The earthquake has left thousands homeless, caused significant casualties, and damaged critical infrastructure, posing immediate public health challenges and requiring extensive recovery efforts.