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Colombia rescuers race critical window after 7.4 magnitude earthquake
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Rescuers in Colombia are digging through rubble by hand, listening for voices and racing the clock after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake tore through the country’s western region Monday.
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De la Espriella said at least 181 people were killed, while Colombia’s Public Ministry put the number at 224.
De la Espriella has declared a national disaster and said more than 1,600 homes collapsed nationwide.
Following today’s devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake across various regions in Colombia, the Trump Administration is committing $15.5 million in funding for emergency shelter, food, protection, and earthquake assessments.