A massive 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, leaving over 3,000 people missing and at least 179 dead. The Trump administration has pledged $15.5 million in relief to support the affected areas.

Relief Efforts

First responders are combing through rubble and debris, searching for survivors. The Colombian government has mobilized its military and police to respond to the disaster, with President Abelardo De la Espriella announcing the deployment of engineers, rescue workers, and search dogs.

The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the earthquake was centered in San José del Palmar, a town in the western Chocó region. The affected areas have reported significant damage, with over 1,600 buildings damaged or collapsed.

International Response

The Trump administration’s relief package includes funding for emergency shelter, food, protection, and earthquake assessments. The State Department expressed solidarity with the Colombian people, stating that the U.S. is committed to supporting the relief efforts.

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