Earthquake
Coverage of Earthquake in the Nexus archive.
- Charlotte Latino community comes together to support Colombia after powerful earthquake
The Latino community in Charlotte gathered to offer support to Colombia following a powerful earthquake. This solidarity effort involved leaving pallets with handwritten notes that conveyed messages of love from Charlotte.
- Rescue teams race the clock to find survivors of Colombia's devastating earthquake
Search teams from Venezuela, Argentina, and Israel reported apparent signs of life in two Colombian cities following the 7.4 magnitude earthquake, which killed at least 287 people. The disaster devastated over 100,000 people, destroying homes and facilities across more than 400 cities. President Abelardo de la Espriella announced a plan to partner with the private sector to help rebuild the nation.
- How to help after Colombia's devastating earthquake
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, impacting regions from Cali and Pereira to the department of Chocó. Authorities confirmed more than 280 dead, thousands injured, and nearly 11,000 dwellings destroyed. Aid groups are providing assistance, with organizations recommending cash donations for greater flexibility in meeting widespread humanitarian needs.
- Colombia’s earthquake is déjà vu for Venezuelans. The government response is anything but
Two powerful earthquakes occurred less than two months apart, exposing stark differences in catastrophe response between neighboring Venezuela and Colombia. The events have highlighted how government responses differ during times of natural disaster.
- Vigil in Jackson Heights, Queens honors earthquake victims in Colombia
A vigil was held in Jackson Heights, Queens, honoring victims of an earthquake in Colombia. Sonia Rincon has additional information about the event and details regarding donations that poured in.
- A whisper from the rubble led to baby’s rescue after Colombia earthquake
Following an earthquake in Colombia, a baby was rescued from the debris. The rescue is documented in video and shows the tiny infant being carefully pulled out of the wreckage after emitting a whisper from the rubble.
- A whisper from the rubble led to baby’s rescue after Colombia earthquake
Following an earthquake in Colombia, a baby was rescued after reports indicated that a whisper led to efforts through the rubble. Video footage captured this remarkable rescue, showing the tiny infant being carefully pulled out of the wreckage.
- A whisper from the rubble led to baby’s rescue after Colombia earthquake
Following an earthquake in Colombia, a remarkable rescue effort recovered a baby from the rubble. Video footage shows the tiny infant, wearing a dusty bodysuit, being carefully pulled out of the wreckage.
- Earthquake response strains Colombia’s new government and rescuers as they race against the clock
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia's west, causing immense devastation in cities including Cali, Pereira, Manizales, and Quibdo. The search for survivors is difficult and is complicated by ongoing deep poverty and civil warfare. Amidst the disaster, the Colombian government and various international groups are coordinating a response that includes aid from the U.S., Mexico, and others.
- Colombian earthquake disrupts key coffee export road
A Colombian earthquake disrupted a key coffee export road. Consequently, operations at the port handling most of Colombia’s bean shipments have been paused.
- Earthquake response strains Colombia’s new government and rescuers as they race against the clock
The search for survivors in the rubble following Colombia’s powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake has tested the country’s new government and civil society. The devastating quake, which killed at least 181 people and injured over 2,500, has compounded existing humanitarian crises of poverty and warfare. International aid is arriving from countries including the U.S., Mexico, and Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele.
- Local non-profits send units to assist rescue & recovery efforts in Colombia
After a deadly 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, two locally based non-profits are mobilizing to aid rescue and recovery efforts. These organizations are Mercy Chefs, which is based in Portsmouth, and Operation Blessing, which operates out of Virginia Beach.
- Earthquake response strains Colombia’s new government and rescuers as they race against the clock
The search for life following a powerful earthquake in Colombia is straining the country's new government and rescue efforts. Search teams are working with growing desperation, racing against a key time threshold to locate any survivors before it is too late.
- Visualizing the Colombia earthquake in maps and charts
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, severely damaging thousands of buildings and killing scores of people. The epicenter was located in San José del Palmar, within the northwestern department of Chocó. Tremors were also felt in Bogotá and nearby Venezuela.
- Colombia searches for its missing after a powerful earthquake kills more than 100
A powerful earthquake struck the region, resulting in over 100 deaths. Following the disaster, search and rescue efforts were underway early Tuesday across dozens of cities and towns located in western Colombia.
- Colombia searches for its missing after a powerful earthquake kills more than 100
A powerful earthquake struck western Colombia, resulting in the death of more than 100 people and leading to searches for the missing. Search and rescue efforts were underway early Tuesday across dozens of cities and towns throughout the affected region.
- Colombia searches for its missing after a powerful earthquake kills more than 100
Following a powerful earthquake that struck western Colombia, which killed more than 100 people, search and rescue efforts were underway on Tuesday. These operations are focused on finding missing persons in dozens of cities and towns across the region.
- Colombia searches for its missing after a powerful earthquake kills more than 100
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 111 people and damaging hundreds of buildings. Following the disaster, search efforts are underway in Colombia for missing individuals.
- Colombia searches for its missing after a powerful earthquake kills more than 100
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 111 people and leaving over 2,700 people reported missing after extensive damage to buildings. Around 1,600 structures were damaged or collapsed across cities including Cali, Quibdo, and Pereira. President Abelardo de la Espriella mobilized the military apparatus for rescue efforts, which also received $15.5 million from the U.S. State Department.
- Chicagoans share firsthand accounts of deadly Colombia earthquake
Members of Chicago's Colombian community are sharing firsthand accounts and praying for those affected by a deadly earthquake. These experiences relate to a 7.4-magnitude quake that struck Colombia.
- Cloverdale earthquake shakes North Bay Tuesday
A 2.7 magnitude earthquake occurred near Cloverdale in the North Bay Tuesday afternoon at a depth of 2.7 miles. No injuries or damages were reported.
- Two workers who died in quake-hit Japan mall were sent in to get cash
Two workers died in a shopping mall explosion in Japan following a powerful earthquake. A Japanese company admitted the workers were sent into the mall to retrieve cash.
- Prime minister visits quake-hit southern Japan as cleanup begins in intense heat
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited Kumamoto Prefecture in Japan after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake caused 38 deaths and widespread damage. Residents face challenges including water shortages and extreme heat, with over 46,000 households without water and 8,500 people in emergency shelters. A mall explosion linked to a gas leak killed two employees, and criticism arose over the prime minister's visit to a well-equipped shelter.
- Earthquake strikes eastern Egypt, is felt in Israel
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Egypt, specifically north of Suez, and was felt in Israel. Egyptian authorities reported no casualties or damage.
- 2 Japan quake victims ordered back into Aeon Mall store to secure cash
Two women died in an explosion at an Aeon shopping centre in Japan’s Kumamoto prefecture after an earthquake. Their employer, Habita, instructed them to return inside to secure sales proceeds in a safe. Company executives apologized to one victim’s family and provided a written account of events.
- Earthquake of magnitude 5.6 hits Egypt
An earthquake of magnitude 5.6 struck 38 km north of Egypt's Suez early Monday, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). The Egyptian Red Crescent activated its emergency response plan in the governorates where the quake was felt.
- 5.0 magnitude earthquake strikes Egypt
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck Egypt at 3 a.m. local time, approximately 22 miles north of Suez, according to the US Geological Survey.
- 'The Big One' earthquake in California along San Andreas fault could hit sooner than later, study suggests
Scientists confirm that 'The Big One,' a massive earthquake along the San Andreas fault in California, is inevitable, though the exact timing remains unpredictable. A recent study suggests it may occur sooner than previously anticipated.
- 'The Big One' earthquake in California along San Andreas fault could hit sooner than later, study suggests
Scientists agree that 'The Big One,' a massive earthquake along the San Andreas fault, will occur, but the timing remains near-impossible to determine, with recent studies suggesting it could happen sooner than previously thought.
- 'The Big One' earthquake in California along San Andreas fault could hit sooner than later, study suggests
Scientists agree that 'The Big One,' a massive earthquake along the San Andreas fault, is inevitable but emphasize that predicting its timing is nearly impossible. A study suggests the event could occur sooner than previously anticipated.
- Japan quake victim dies of heatstroke while sheltering in car amid ‘extreme heat’ warning
An elderly woman in her seventies died of heatstroke after sheltering in a car during extreme heat in Kumamoto prefecture, raising the earthquake's death toll to 36. The magnitude 7.1 quake struck Japan's southwestern region last week, with ongoing concerns about heat-related illnesses.
- A woman with apparent heat stroke found dead while taking shelter in a car in quake-hit Japan
An elderly woman in her 70s with apparent heat stroke was found dead in a car in Kumamoto, Japan, raising the earthquake death toll to 36. The region faces extreme heat and challenges including fuel shortages, water scarcity, and overcrowded evacuation shelters.
- Officials end a five-day rescue operation at Japan’s collapsed Aeon Mall following powerful quake
Japanese authorities ended a five-day search-and-rescue operation at the collapsed Aeon Mall in Kashima, Kumamoto, following a 7.1-magnitude earthquake that killed 34 people. The mall's second floor collapsed due to an explosion from a suspected gas leak, resulting in five survivors rescued and seven bodies recovered. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged teams to 'not leave anyone behind' as challenges like water shortages and extreme heat impacted over 70,000 homes.
- Officials end a five-day rescue operation at Japan’s collapsed Aeon Mall following powerful quake
Officials have concluded a five-day search-and-rescue operation at a collapsed Aeon Mall in southwest Japan after a powerful earthquake killed 34 people.
- Japan ends rescue at quake-hit shopping centre after explosion kills 7
Japan's Kumamoto prefectural government ended rescue operations at an Aeon shopping centre in Kashima after seven workers died in an explosion linked to a magnitude 7.1 earthquake. The second floor collapsed in a possible gas explosion, and no one is believed unaccounted for following searches by local authorities and the Self-Defence Forces.
- Japan quake evacuees with pets find refuge at Kumamoto animal hospital
A powerful earthquake in southern Japan disrupted utilities and forced evacuations. Tomoko Takaoka, a factory worker, chose to stay with her two chihuahua dogs rather than leave them at an evacuation center that did not allow pets.
- Power cuts and cars crushed by falling boulders in Naples as magnitude 4.7 earthquake hits the southern Italian city
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck Naples, a southern Italian city, causing power outages and cars to be crushed by falling boulders.
- Japan: Death toll rises to 34 after deadly earthquake
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck southern Japan, killing at least 34 people and causing widespread damage. Rescuers are searching for survivors.
- Quake in Japan’s ‘Silicon Valley’ disrupts car, chip supply chains
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake in southern Japan, known as the country's 'Silicon Valley,' caused at least 34 deaths, damaged infrastructure, and disrupted car and chip manufacturing supply chains.
- Families sleep in cars after homes destroyed in Japan earthquake
Residents in southwestern Japan are sleeping in their cars after a 6.8 magnitude earthquake destroyed their homes. Families are seeking shelter in vehicles due to the damage caused by the earthquake.