A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Tuesday, killing at least 224 people and leaving thousands more missing. Rescue crews were combing through rubble and searching for survivors, with many victims believed buried under collapsed buildings.
Authorities warned that the death toll could climb as the full scale of the disaster becomes clear. More than 3,000 people remain unaccounted for, and rescuers have yet to reach more isolated communities. The true extent of the destruction is emerging only slowly, and officials said the number of casualties was likely to rise steeply.
The quake hit the western part of the country, where rescue teams are working to find survivors amid widespread damage. Videos showed workers digging through debris as the search continued.
The Trump administration has provided $15.5 million in relief to support recovery efforts in Colombia, according to a report.