Rescuers Search for Survivors in Colombia After Deadly Earthquake
The worst-affected cities were Pereira and nearby Cali, while a cathedral in Manizales was badly damaged.
TL;DR
- A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia on August 10.
- At least 179 people have died.
- More than 3,000 people are missing.
- Many missing individuals are believed to be trapped under collapsed buildings.
- The cities of Cali, Pereira, and Manizales, along with Choco province, were heavily impacted.
- The death toll has risen significantly since initial reports.