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Colombia Earthquake Claims 265 Lives as Rescue Race Intensifies
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake has devastated western Colombia, leaving hundreds missing and tens of thousands displaced, as a diplomatic row emerges over rejected international aid.
A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake has claimed 265 lives and left hundreds more missing across western Colombia, triggering a desperate race against time for rescuers. The disaster, which has also displaced tens of thousands of people, has seen search operations enter a critical 72-hour window for finding survivors.
Emergency teams are working without pause amidst widespread destruction. Hospitals in cities such as Cali have sustained significant damage, compelling medical staff to prioritise the most critical patients as they contend with the overwhelming influx of casualties.
Amidst the humanitarian crisis, a diplomatic disagreement has surfaced. Mexico announced that its military rescue team was refused entry into Colombia. However, authorities in Bogotá have denied that political considerations played any role in the decision regarding international assistance.
Rescuers continue to comb through debris and collapsed structures, with hopes dimming as the crucial 72-hour period post-quake draws to a close. The full extent of the damage across the affected regions of western Colombia is still being assessed, as communities grapple with the immediate aftermath and the long road to recovery.
Reporting by the The Indian Morning Post Editorial Desk.
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