The death toll has increased to 250 people, following an earthquake in Western Colombia, on Monday.

The quake with a magnitude of 7,4, had its epicentre near San Jose del Palmar.

It was felt by neighbouring countries of Ecuador, Panama and Venezuela.

A mother and her six month old were rescued from the rubble of a collapsed building.

Search and rescue operations are underway for more entrapped people.

The Red Cross in Columbia, is among humanitarian organisations providing food to affected communities.

Picture: Tornado Tacklers

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