Keywords: Earthquake


Shakira pledges to build 10 schools after devastating Colombia earthquake

Colombian singer Shakira has pledged to help rebuild at least 10 schools in a remote region of Colombia affected by a devastating earthquake that struck the country last week and left hundreds of people dead. The international music star visited Quibdó, the capital of the Chocó department,......

Venezuela: Death toll from double earthquake rises to 6,438

The human toll from the double earthquake that struck Venezuela on June 24 continues to rise. Nearly two months after the disaster, authorities now report 6,438 deaths, up from 6,301 in the previous update released on August 10. The new figure was announced on Monday by the President of the Parliament,......

Indonesia earthquake death toll rises to 47 after powerful 7.7-magnitude quake

The death toll from a powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake that struck eastern Indonesia on Saturday has risen to 47, according to the country’s National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB). The earthquake was followed by several strong aftershocks, causing widespread damage to homes and public infrastructure......

Indonesia's deadliest earthquakes of the past decade

Indonesia is confronting another deadly earthquake after a magnitude-7.7 tremor struck the country's eastern region on Saturday, killing at least 51 people according to the latest reported figures. Rescue teams were continuing their operations as authorities assessed the scale of the destruction. The......

Colombia seeks temporary US tariff relief after devastating earthquake

Colombia's President Abelardo de la Espriella has called on US President Donald Trump to temporarily ease tariffs on Colombian goods as the country confronts the economic consequences of a devastating earthquake. The request comes as Colombian authorities assess the damage caused by the disaster......

Granada shaken by rare magnitude 5 earthquake in southern Spain

The southern Spanish city of Granada was shaken by a rare magnitude 5 earthquake early Saturday, startling residents during the night and causing isolated damage to buildings, according to local authorities. No deaths or serious injuries were reported in the immediate aftermath, but the tremor triggered......

Powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes off Indonesia, tsunami warning issued

A powerful earthquake measuring 7.7 in magnitude struck off the coast of Indonesia, prompting warnings over the possibility of tsunami waves in nearby coastal areas. According to the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Centre, the earthquake occurred at 21:58 UTC, with its epicenter located around 162......

Colombia earthquake leaves 265 dead as rescuers race to find survivors

Colombia is facing a major humanitarian emergency after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the western part of the country, leaving at least 265 people dead, nearly 3,500 injured and around 500 others missing, according to authorities. Rescue teams are continuing their search through collapsed......

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......