Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 132 Following 7.4 Magnitude Quake
- The seismic event triggered widespread destruction, with video footage capturing the moment buildings collapsed under the force of the tremor.
- The death toll continues to climb as rescue operations proceed through the rubble.
- The quake's impact reached beyond the wreckage to disrupt national infrastructure and professional athletics.
The seismic event triggered widespread destruction, with video footage capturing the moment buildings collapsed under the force of the tremor.
Rising Toll and Structural Collapse
The death toll continues to climb as rescue operations proceed through the rubble. Footage from the scene, as reported by Fox News, shows the scale of the disaster, documenting the collapse of buildings that contributed heavily to the casualty count.
Sporting Calendar Halted
The quake’s impact reached beyond the wreckage to disrupt national infrastructure and professional athletics. ESPN reports that Conmebol matches and various league games across the country have been postponed.
Mobilizing International Aid
Global relief efforts are now underway. According to WPLG Local 10, the Global Empowerment Mission has issued a call for cash donations to provide urgent assistance to the earthquake’s victims.
Survivors Among Former Los Angeles Residents
Personal accounts of survival are beginning to emerge from the affected regions. FOX 11 Los Angeles reported that former residents of Los Angeles were among those who survived the quake in Colombia.