In brief
After a massive 7.4‑magnitude quake struck western Colombia, a 32‑year‑old woman named Daniela Largo survived and was rescued alive 36 hours later. Firefighters dug tunnels through four concrete slabs, providing oxygen and freeing her from under the collapsed building. Official figures show at least 188 dead nationwide, with 79 in Pereira where Largo was saved. The rescue was celebrated by President Abelardo de la Espriella on social media, calling it a beacon of hope amid a disaster that still leaves many trapped and missing.
On Monday, a 7.4‑magnitude earthquake rattled western Colombia, tearing apart buildings and trapping dozens of people.
In Pereira, a 32‑year‑old named Daniela Largo was buried under four concrete slabs for 36 hours before firefighters rescued her alive.
Rescue teams dug a tunnel from below and a passage from above, delivering oxygen and then freeing her, wrapped in a blue sheet.
Official figures show at least 188 people have died from the quake and hundreds are still missing, with 15 known trapped in Pereira.
The rescue was hailed by President Abelardo de la Espriella on social media, calling it "the news that fills us with hope."
Largo’s mother later said her 12‑year‑old son is waiting at home for her return.
Meanwhile, in Cali, authorities have declared a night curfew and stationed soldiers to protect residents and aid continuous search efforts.
Residents across Colombia are rallying together, sharing updates on social media and cutting through rubble to catch a glimpse of life amid disaster.
