A significant seismic event struck Colombia on Monday, resulting in widespread destruction across the country. Security footage documented the collapse of a section of a pediatric medical facility located in Cali during the tremor, which registered a magnitude of 7.4 on the earthquake scale.
The disaster has claimed numerous lives, with officials confirming at least 265 fatalities in the immediate aftermath. Emergency responders continue search and rescue efforts as the number of unaccounted individuals remains substantial.
The structural failure at the children’s hospital underscores the severity of the earthquake’s impact on critical infrastructure in the region. The incident raises concerns about building resilience and emergency preparedness in healthcare facilities throughout Colombia.
Originally reported by Aljazeera →
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