The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck western Colombia has risen to 160, according to reports from Israeli media outlet N12. The figure marks an increase from the previous count of over 130.
As of Tuesday morning, Israeli media outlet N12 reports the confirmed death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck western Colombia on Monday has risen to 160. The figure marks the latest increase in a steady climb of casualties reported throughout Monday evening, when the toll stood at 132 dead and 570 wounded as of 17:09 Jerusalem time.
The sequence of reports illustrates rapid escalation: the initial magnitude 7.4 earthquake was first reported at 17:09 Jerusalem, with early figures of 77 dead climbing to 80, then to 111 confirmed by Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella, who also noted 61 collapsed buildings. By later Monday evening, i24NEWS reported over 130 killed, and N12 updated the toll to 132 with 570 wounded. The U.S. State Department pledged $15.5 million in humanitarian aid. Throughout, Israeli media outlets including N12, i24NEWS, and ynet provided coverage of the unfolding disaster.
As The Zioneer reported Monday, the earthquake—the strongest in Colombia in a century—triggered a national state of emergency and caused widespread structural damage in Cali and other urban centers. Colombian authorities continue rescue operations amid the devastation.
Rescue teams are still clearing rubble and reaching remote communities, suggesting the death toll may rise further. Updated figures on the number of wounded have not been released in this latest report.
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