Colombia quake causes casualties and airport closures
The earthquake that struck western Colombia with a magnitude of 7.4 has resulted in 12 deaths and the destruction of more than 10 buildings in the city of Manizales, with over 20 buildings partially damaged. Two hospitals, along with several schools and churches, have been affected. Rescue teams are continuing to search for survivors beneath the debris. Six airports in the region have been damaged, leading to a temporary suspension of flight operations to ensure safety, amid concerns of greater humanitarian repercussions if aftershocks occur. Additionally, the Egyptian National Institute for Astronomical Research has denied reports of another earthquake. An American climate scientist warned that an eruption of Yellowstone could potentially cause a global famine due to crop damage.
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