Colombia Earthquake Scams
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Authorities in Cali, Colombia, warn of post-earthquake donation scams targeting victims through phone solicitations. Meanwhile, the city investigates potential building flaws and corruption following the collapse of structures in a magnitude 7.4 earthquake that has claimed 314 lives.
Earthquake disaster in Colombia: State of emergency declared
- Colombia has declared a 30-day state of economic, social, and ecological emergency in 15 provinces following a major earthquake. - The 7.4 magnitude quake has killed 314 people, injured 4,437, and left 262 missing, affecting 471 towns. - The government has established a "Miracle Fund" to manage reconstruction efforts and plans to provide aid to affected families.
Colombia earthquake death toll climbs to 314
- The death toll from a magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Colombia has risen to 314. - The quake affected over 262,000 people, with thousands injured and hundreds still missing. - Extensive damage to homes …
Colombia declares state of emergency after devastating August earthquake
- Colombia's President Abelardo de la Espriella has declared a state of economic, social, and ecological emergency following a devastating August 10 earthquake. - The 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck t…
Colombia receives 640 tons of international aid for earthquake victims
- Colombia has received 640 tons of international aid for earthquake victims. - Aid from over ten countries includes food, medicine, and water, arriving via major airports. - Argentina sent a continge…
Colombia announces insurance agreement for earthquake victims
- Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella announced measures with insurers to expedite compensation for earthquake victims. - The government will cross-reference official databases with private i…
Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 314
- A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Colombia on August 10 has resulted in 314 deaths and 302 buildings collapsing. - The disaster has impacted 147,464 families, with 262,154 people affected acros…
Colombia seeks to boost tourism with half a million Mexican travelers post-earthquake
- Colombia aims to attract half a million Mexican tourists in 2026 to boost its economy and aid reconstruction after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake on August 10. - ProColombia is promoting tourism, partic…
Colombia earthquake toll climbs to 314
- Colombia's death toll from the August 10 magnitude 7.4 earthquake has risen to 314, with over 4,400 injured and 262 missing. - The disaster affected 262,154 people across 15 departments, destroying …