Colombia earthquake kills at least 181, tests new government and rescuers

Published Aug 12, 03:57 PM UTC

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A devastating earthquake in Colombia has killed at least 181 people, straining the country's new government and rescue teams as they race against time to find survivors. Rescuers are searching through rubble, with notable rescues including a baby found after a whisper was heard. The search has stretched into a third day, with international attention and local authorities struggling to manage the scale of the disaster. The earthquake has been described as extremely devastating by local officials, including a Colombian Archbishop. Multiple news outlets, including AP News, CNN, Reuters, and The New York Times, are covering the ongoing crisis.

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