Colombia earthquake: 224 dead, 3,000+ missing, 1,600 buildings damaged; US and EU send aid — latest updates
A powerful earthquake struck Colombia's coffee-growing region early Monday, killing at least 224 people and leaving over 3,000 missing. The quake damaged around 1,600 buildings and disrupted essential services, complicating rescue efforts. President Abelardo de la Espriella, facing his first major crisis, declared a state of disaster and mobilized military and rescue teams to assist in recovery efforts.