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Major earthquakes in Colombia and Indonesia

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A series of major earthquakes has caused significant devastation and mass displacement in Colombia and Indonesia. In Colombia, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western regions, identified as the strongest tremor in the country since 1979. President Abelardo de la Espriella declared a national state of ~~emergency following the disaster. Confirmed reports indicate more than 250 deaths, hundreds of injuries, and~~ emergency. The death toll has risen to nearly 300, with over 3,000 people ~~missing.~~ injured. The disaster has destroyed or damaged tens of thousands of homes. Humanitarian efforts are underway, including large shipments of food, water, and medical supplies to regions such as Chocó and Valle del Cauca. International aid from Chile and technical support from the United States are also contributing to relief and damage assessment operations. In Indonesia, a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck near the island of Flores. The ~~shallow quake resulted in~~ death toll has increased to at least ~~38 deaths and numerous injuries,~~ 68, with ~~authorities anticipating the death toll may rise as individuals remain trapped under rubble. The event triggered a tsunami warning, though waves remained under one meter. Thousands~~ over 200 injuries reported. Approximately 12,800 people have been displaced, many sleeping in makeshift camps or outdoors due to fears of ongoing seismic activity, which includes nearly 1,600 aftershocks. In areas like Mbay, residents have ~~sought refuge in temporary shelters while power outages impact search~~ reported difficulties accessing essential supplies such as food, water, and ~~rescue operations.~~ medicine.

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