An earthquake off Colombia's Pacific coast has killed at least 82 people, with rescue teams continuing to search for survivors as the shaking was felt from Bogota to Venezuela.
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Key facts
- The earthquake death toll has risen to 82.
- Search and rescue efforts for survivors are ongoing.
- The tremor was felt in Colombia's capital, Bogota.
- Shaking was reported as far away as Venezuela.
Rescue teams in Colombia are continuing to search for survivors after an earthquake that has left at least 82 people dead, according to CNBC.
The tremor struck off Colombia’s Pacific coast and was felt across a wide area of the country and beyond.
CNBC reported that the shaking reached Colombia’s capital, Bogota, and was felt as far away as neighbouring Venezuela, indicating the strength and reach of the quake.
As efforts to find survivors carry on, the death toll has climbed to 82, underscoring the scale of the disaster.
The extent of the damage and the number of people still unaccounted for were not detailed in the available reporting.
Why it matters
Earthquakes striking populated regions can cause significant loss of life and disruption, and the reach of this tremor to Bogota and Venezuela shows how widely such events can be felt. The continuing search for survivors highlights the ongoing emergency response and the human toll of the disaster.
Frequently asked questions
How many people have died in the Colombia earthquake?
According to CNBC, the death toll has risen to at least 82 people.
Where was the earthquake felt?
The tremor was felt in Colombia's capital, Bogota, and as far away as Venezuela, according to CNBC.
Are rescue efforts still underway?
Yes, Colombians are continuing to search for survivors, according to CNBC.
Timeline
- Search for survivors underway in Colombia’s earthquake aftermath
Al Jazeera: Rescuers search for survivors in western Colombia in what is called the country’s strongest earthquake this century.
- Colombians continue search for survivors as earthquake death toll rises to 82
CNBC Top News: The tremor was felt in Colombia's capital, Bogota, and as far away as Venezuela.