3-Day National Mourning Declared in Colombia After Earthquake

Following the 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia on August 10, Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella declared a 3-day national mourning period for the victims. The President stated that search and rescue efforts are ongoing, with rescue teams and search dogs working to locate those trapped under the debris.It was announced that national flags at public buildings across the country and Colombian diplomatic missions abroad will be flown at half-mast. The government expressed condolences to the families of the victims and stated that they stand in solidarity with those affected by the disaster.President De la Espriella shared on social media that search and rescue efforts are ongoing, with rescue teams and search dogs working tirelessly to locate missing individuals.The President also shared the story of 30-year-old Daniela Andrea Largo Sanchez, who was rescued from the rubble in Pereira after a 7-hour search effort.Search and rescue efforts continue with the hope of finding more survivors and reuniting them with their families. The death toll from the 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia on August 10 has exceeded 230.Search and rescue operations are ongoing in different parts of the country, with teams working to reach those trapped under the debris.