Colombia

In its latest update, the agency said the earthquake had affected 15 departments and 437 municipalities, impacting 56,448 families and 135,179 people.

The swift delivery of aid underscores India's continuing role as a first responder in global crisis situations.

De La Espriella stated that 44,936 families have been affected and 3,971 people injured by the 7.4 magnitude earthquake.

There is a 72-hour window following a disaster when it's more likely to find survivors.

The woman was found under a toppled hotel and is receiving medical care at a local hospital, said Interior Minister Rodrigo Lara.

While rescuers are determined, authorities warn that the toll may continue to rise as search and rescue work continues in many badly-hit neighborhoods.

A substantial portion of buildings in Colombia were not built to withstand the shaking, he said, meaning more damage was seen in comparison to what one might expect.

While rescuers are determined, authorities warn that the toll may continue to rise as search and rescue work continues in many badly-hit neighborhoods.

As a pot of sancocho simmered over the flames, families who had spent the day searching through collapsed homes shared a meal and tried to come to terms with what had happened.

Government declared national state of emergency.

The epicentre was in San Jose Del Palmar, a municipality in the Choco region about 250 miles west of Colombia's capital, Bogota.

The attack took place early Saturday in Cucuta, where drug gangs and rebel groups have long fought for the control of smuggling routes.

President Gustavo Petro refused to recognise Abelardo de la Espriella's electoral victory, alleging fraud without providing evidence.