Colombia quake death toll reaches 224 with more than 2,700 missing
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Colombia has resulted in 254 deaths and over 2,700 people reported missing. The government is mobilizing military and police resources to assist in rescue efforts and provide aid to affected regions.
Why it matters
This is a significant humanitarian crisis requiring international attention and large-scale disaster relief efforts.
Authorities say at least 2,700 have been reported missing. ( Reuters: Christian EscobarMora )
Officials say 254 people have been killed in the aftermath of an earthquake in Colombia, with at least 2,700 people reported missing.
The earthquake has destroyed or damaged approximately 1,600 buildings in some of the country's most disadvantaged areas.
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella is vowing a whole-of-government response to the crisis.
Link copied Share Share article The death toll from this week's earthquake in Colombia has risen to 254 as rescue crews continue to scour the rubble of collapsed buildings for survivors.
The 7.4-magnitude quake rattled western parts of the South American country, with the worst effects being felt in the cities of Cali, Quibdo and Pereira.
Roughly 1,600 buildings were reported damaged or collapsed in the aftermath, and more than 2,700 people have been reported missing.
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