A Spanish citizen with dual nationality has died in the earthquake in Colombia, in which twelve Spaniards remain missing, as reported this Thursday by the Minister of Foreign Affairs. José Manuel Albares has also reported that the number of unlocated nationals has decreased from 75 to 12.
In an audio sent to the media, the minister conveyed his condolences and solidarity to the family and friends of the dead Spaniard.
265 dead in the earthquake
The total number of deaths from the earthquake of magnitude 7.4 on the Richter scale registered in northwest Colombia has increased to 265 dead and nearly 3,500 injured.
Albares has also detailed that the first emergency aid package of one million euros to the “brotherly people” of Colombia is already underway. It includes shelter material, water and sanitation kits, and support for health personnel.
Likewise, he reminded all Spaniards in Colombia “that both the Embassy and the Consulate are fully operational and at their disposal.” “If there is any Spaniard in Colombia who has not yet contacted us, please do so,” he asked again.
