(FILE) The former head of State stressed the need for the state response to reach all affected territories, especially the most vulnerable populations. The call was issued while rescue teams continue searching for survivors in multiple regions of the Andean nation. First Response PriorityPetro, who handed over the presidency last Friday to Abelardo de la Espriella, emphasized that the State response must reach all affected territories, prioritizing the most vulnerable populations. Humanitarian Crisis UnfoldsThe earthquake, one of the strongest to hit Colombia in recent decades, caused severe damage across at least five departments. International organizations and neighboring governments have expressed solidarity with Colombia and offered humanitarian and technical support.