Rescuers call for silence around earthquake rubble as window for survival narrows in Colombia
Summary
Rescuers in Colombia are urgently searching for survivors trapped under rubble after a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake. The death toll has reached at least 265 people, with hundreds more missing, as efforts focus on the crucial first days after the quake to find those still alive.Key Facts
- A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia on Monday, causing severe damage.
- At least 265 people have died, and hundreds are missing.
- Rescue teams work mainly in cities like Cali, Pereira, Manizales, and Quibdó.
- The first 48 to 72 hours after an earthquake are critical to find survivors.
- Rescuers call for silence to hear possible signs of life in the rubble.
- Nearly 500 people are officially reported missing; civilian reports suggest over 4,200 missing.
- More than 25,800 families have been affected by the earthquake.
- The government and aid groups are working to help the hardest-hit communities.
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