Colombia searches for earthquake missing
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck western Colombia, with its epicenter in Chocó Province. The quake resulted in the death of 265 people, injuries to approximately 3,500 others, and the disappearance of 500 individuals. The earthquake caused the destruction of over 11,000 homes and damaged many hospitals, including the collapse of part of the University Hospital of Valle in Cali, which led to patients being transferred outside. The government announced a state of economic emergency and called for a three-day national mourning. Rescue efforts are ongoing, involving volunteer teams and heavy machinery, with intensified search searches for survivors under the rubble.
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