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Powerful 6.3 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Colombia: Widespread Destruction, Heroic Rescue Efforts Unfold At 10:47 AM local time, a devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck near Villavicencio, Colombia, sending shockwaves across the nation and triggering panic in major cities including Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali. The tremor, which lasted approximately 45 seconds, caused significant structural damage, power outages, and widespread fear among millions of residents. Cities Shaken, Lives Disrupted In Bogotá, the capital, a multi-story residential tower cracked and leaned precariously, prompting immediate evacuations and rescue operations. Emergency responders, supported by volunteers, worked tirelessly to clear rubble, often using bare hands in areas inaccessible to heavy machinery. Streets were left strewn with debris, broken glass, and pieces of fallen masonry. Residents reported terrifying moments as walls trembled, floors buckled, and windows shattered. “It felt like the earth was breathing,” said Camila Torres, a schoolteacher in Bogotá. “We thought it would never stop.” Hospitals Overwhelmed, Rural Areas Isolated Hospitals in Bogotá, Villavicencio, and surrounding towns were quickly overwhelmed with patients suffering from fractures, head injuries, and shock-related conditions. Makeshift triage centers were set up in schoolyards and open spaces to accommodate the surge of casualties. Meanwhile, rural communities near the epicenter were hit hardest…. CONTINUE READING…