What happened
Colombia is facing a major earthquake aftermath in which more than 250 people have been reported killed. Rescue teams are racing to find survivors in affected areas, and emergency responders are continuing operations as authorities assess further hazards and the extent of damage.
Background and earlier position
In large earthquakes, building collapse, damaged infrastructure, and the risk of additional ground movement can delay rescue work. Damage assessment and hazard checks often must run alongside active search-and-rescue because survivors may still be trapped.
What changed now
Reported fatalities have moved beyond 250, and response operations are described as continuing while authorities evaluate additional hazards and the overall scale of destruction.
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