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Colombia quake death toll tops 200 as rescuers race to find survivors

Colombia quake death toll tops 200 as rescuers race to find survivors

By Nelson Bocanegra PEREIRA, Colombia, Aug 11 (Reuters) - Rescue crews dug through mountains of shattered concrete in western Colombia on Tuesday, racing to find survivors after a powerful earthquake killed more than 200 people, according to estimates from local authorities.

Colombia earthquake kills at least 22 as buildings collapse in several cities

Colombia earthquake kills at least 22 as buildings collapse in several cities

By Nelson Bocanegra and Julia Symmes Cobb BOGOTA, Aug 10 (Reuters) - At least 22 people were killed after a powerful earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, bringing down buildings across several cities and leaving others trapped in the rubble, local authorities said.

Colombia quake death toll tops 250 as rescuers race to find survivors

Colombia quake death toll tops 250 as rescuers race to find survivors

By Nelson Bocanegra, Luis Jaime Acosta and Julia Symmes Cobb PEREIRA/CALI, Colombia, Aug 11 (Reuters) - Rescue crews dug through mountains of shattered concrete in western Colombia on Tuesday, racing to find survivors after a powerful earthquake killed more than 250 people, according to estimates

More than 100 killed after strongest quake this century hits western Colombia

More than 100 killed after strongest quake this century hits western Colombia

By Luis Jaime Acosta, Julia Symmes Cobb and Nelson Bocanegra BOGOTA, Aug 10 (Reuters) - At least 111 people were killed after a powerful earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, toppling buildings across several cities, damaging hospitals and infrastructure and trapping people beneath the

Powerful Colombia earthquake kills at least 111

Powerful Colombia earthquake kills at least 111

By Luis Jaime Acosta, Julia Symmes Cobb and Nelson Bocanegra BOGOTA, Aug 10 (Reuters) - At least 111 people were killed after a powerful earthquake struck western Colombia early on Monday, knocking down buildings across several cities and injuring 87 others, with still more residents trapped in the

At least 82 killed after powerful earthquake hits western Colombia

At least 82 killed after powerful earthquake hits western Colombia

By Nelson Bocanegra, Julia Symmes Cobb and Luis Jaime Acosta BOGOTA, Aug 10 (Reuters) - At least 82 people were killed after a powerful earthquake struck western Colombia early on Monday, knocking down buildings across several cities and leaving others trapped in the rubble.

Colombia earthquake death toll surges to 224 as search for survivors continues

Colombia earthquake death toll surges to 224 as search for survivors continues

BOGOTA, Aug 11 (Reuters) - The death toll from a devastating earthquake that flattened dozens of buildings in western Colombia jumped to 224, local authorities said on Tuesday as emergency workers dug through the wreckage for survivors.

At least 77 killed after powerful earthquake hits western Colombia

At least 77 killed after powerful earthquake hits western Colombia

By Nelson Bocanegra, Julia Symmes Cobb and Luis Jaime Acosta BOGOTA, Aug 10 (Reuters) - At least 77 people were killed after a powerful earthquake struck western Colombia early on Monday, knocking down buildings across several cities and leaving others trapped in the rubble.

Colombia rescue efforts press on after quake, death toll expected to rise

Colombia rescue efforts press on after quake, death toll expected to rise

BOGOTA, Aug 11 (Reuters) - Rescue efforts across western Colombia carried into a second day on Tuesday as emergency workers dug through collapsed buildings and flattened homes, amid expectations that the death toll from the country's most powerful earthquake in decades could rise.

WCK Mobilizes to Provide Aid Following 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Colombia

WCK Mobilizes to Provide Aid Following 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Colombia

World Central Kitchen (WCK) is actively responding to a 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck the Pacific coast of Colombia. The affected regions include Chocó, Cali, Pereira, and Manizales, where search and rescue operations are currently underway. WCK, known for its rapid response to natural disasters, is collaborating with local partners to deliver meals to those impacted by the earthquake. This effort is part of WCK's ongoing commitment to providing immediate relief in crisis situations, leveraging its established networks and resources in Colombia to support affected communities.