Earthquake Rescue: Hope in the Rubble | Roanoke News

A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake shattered Colombia, killing over 265 and leaving hundreds missing as rescuers race against time in the critical first 72 hours. Amid rubble and despair, volunteers like 25-year-old Daiana Rojas join the effort, fueled by hope from faint sounds beneath the debris — including one heard at 2:30 AM. This century’s strongest quake has tested the new government’s response, with officials warning the next 20 hours are vital. While official reports list nearly 500 missing, independent estimates suggest tens of thousands of families are affected. Yet amid the tragedy, moments of triumph shine through — two survivors pulled alive spark roaring applause from exhausted teams, reminding us of humanity’s resilience in the face of disaster. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/795674cf2c851544