Keywords: Emergency Response


Colombia declares economic emergency after devastating earthquake

Colombia has declared an economic emergency following a powerful earthquake that caused extensive damage and left hundreds of people dead, as the government prepares a broad recovery and reconstruction program. President Abelardo de la Espriella announced the emergency measures, saying the government......

Colombia earthquake leaves hundreds trapped as death toll rises

A powerful earthquake in western Colombia has left hundreds of people trapped beneath collapsed structures, while rescue teams continue searching for survivors in several affected cities. According to preliminary figures released by Cali Mayor Alejandro Eder, at least 239 people were reported trapped......

Football suspended in Colombia after devastating earthquake

Colombian professional football has been temporarily suspended following a powerful earthquake that struck the western part of the country, leaving dozens of people dead and causing extensive damage across several affected areas. The Colombian professional football league announced a one-week suspension......

Venezuela earthquake death toll rises above 6,300

The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela in June has risen to 6,301, according to figures released by Venezuelan National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez. A graphic published by Rodríguez on social media indicated that more than 73,000 people have received......

Wildfires consume more than 41,000 hectares in Colorado

Wildfires have burned more than 41,000 hectares across Colorado, as firefighting teams continue efforts to contain the flames and restore areas affected by the blazes. Hot and dry weather conditions remain a concern, increasing the risk of further fire activity in parts of the state. The Aspen Acres......

Spain remains cautiously optimistic as Andalusia wildfire continues to burn

Authorities in southern Spain expressed cautious optimism on Sunday as firefighters continued battling a large wildfire in Andalusia that has already affected an estimated 8,000 hectares. The fire, which remains active near Niebla in the province of Huelva, has prompted the precautionary evacuation......

British Columbia district declares state of emergency as Bald Range wildfire spreads

Authorities in British Columbia declared a state of emergency in the district of Summerland early Saturday as the fast-moving Bald Range wildfire continued to spread across western Canada, prompting thousands of residents to leave their homes. The blaze was reported to be burning out of control and......

Drôme wildfire stabilised after more than 300 hectares burned

The wildfire that has swept through more than 300 hectares of forest in France’s Drôme department is now considered stabilised, although firefighters remain on alert as two contained flare-ups continue to require close monitoring. The prefecture said Saturday that the overall situation was......

India floods leave at least 100 dead as monsoon disaster devastates Assam

Severe monsoon rains have triggered one of the deadliest flooding disasters in northeastern India in recent years, leaving at least 100 people dead and forcing tens of thousands from their homes as authorities intensify rescue and relief operations. The worst-hit region is the state of Assam, where......