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Woman rescued after earthquake in Colombia dies after 36 hours trapped
A woman who was trapped for 36 hours after an earthquake in Colombia has died following her rescue, according to family reports.
A woman was rescued after being trapped for 36 hours under the rubble of a building in Pereira, Colombia, following a recent earthquake. Reports indicate she suffered serious complications in her organs after the rescue.
The woman's family confirmed her death on Saturday, noting that she had endured nearly 37 hours under the rubble before being found. Her health situation was critical, with a doctor mentioning that only 20% of her heart was functioning.
The earthquake caused extensive damage in the region, and debris removal efforts continue, with minimal hope of finding other survivors. However, rescue teams are facing significant challenges in locating more trapped individuals.
It was reported that the woman returned to the building in search of her daughter after the earthquake and got trapped there. Her story has highlighted the human impact of the tragedy and the struggle of families in these circumstances.