Strong earthquake strikes western Colombia, killing at least 111 people
A powerful earthquake in western Colombia has killed at least 111 people, making it the deadliest this century.
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The brief
At least 111 people have died in a strong earthquake that struck western Colombia. The quake is the strongest this century, according to CNN. The region is now searching for survivors and assessing the damage. The earthquake has left many people missing.
According to AP News, rescue efforts are underway to find those still unaccounted for. The BBC notes that the earthquake is the largest in Colombia in years. The full extent of the damage and the number of missing people are not yet clear. The earthquake has affected a wide area.
According to CNBC, the quake has caused significant destruction. CBS News reports that the search for survivors is ongoing. The Colombian government and international aid organizations are coordinating relief efforts. The focus now is on rescue operations and providing aid to the affected areas.
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The reporting (6)
- Colombia rescue efforts press on after quake, death toll expected to rise Reuters · 4h ago
- Visualizing the Colombia earthquake in maps and charts CNN · 4h ago
- More than 100 killed after strongest quake this century hits western Colombia CNBC · 4h ago
- Colombia searches for its missing after a powerful earthquake kills more than 100 AP News · 4h ago
- At least 111 killed in Colombia's largest earthquake in years BBC · 4h ago
- Strong earthquake strikes western Colombia, killing at least 111 people CBS News · 4h ago
Quick answers
How many people have died in the earthquake?
At least 111 people have died.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake struck western Colombia.
What is the current status of rescue efforts?
Rescue efforts are underway to find survivors and assess the damage.
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