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Mexico earthquake latest: rescuers keep searching as death toll climbs to 250 Mexico earthquake latest: rescuers keep searching as death toll climbs to 250
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ABC News’ John Quinones covered the 1985 Mexico earthquake which left thousands of people dead. Quinones says he “felt a familiar pain in the pit of [his] stomach” when he heard about Tuesday’s earthquake.
In an article for ABC, Quinones remembers the impact of the earthquake that occurred 32 years ago.
As the days went by, the chances of finding more victims alive grew slimmer and slimmer.
And then came the miracles.
In the middle of the night, six days after the quake first struck, we were filming at Juarez Hospital in the heart of the capital. No one had been rescued in days. Then suddenly, the volunteers raised their hands in the air, once again calling for silence. One of the workers had heard what he thought was the faint sound of a baby, crying. The volunteers then resumed their frantic digging. And sure enough, within minutes, they gently pulled a 6-day-old infant – tiny Elvira Rosas – out of the rubble. She had been born just minutes before the ground shook almost a week before and somehow, against all odds, had survived.
And, that wasn’t all. An hour and a half later, another call for quiet and yet another infant – this time an 8-day-old baby boy was carried out to cheers and tearful cries of gratitude.
Tonight, as we watch tireless volunteers once again dig through the rubble of collapsed buildings -– including a Mexico City school where dozens of children were trapped – the rescues we witnessed exactly 32 years ago, should give us hope.
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The Guardian’s graphics team has produced this image showing death tolls around Mexico.The Guardian’s graphics team has produced this image showing death tolls around Mexico.
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The name “Frida Sofía” trended on Twitter on Wednesday as the country was captivated by what the media and authorities said was the imminent rescue of a girl trapped in the rubble of a collapsed school.The name “Frida Sofía” trended on Twitter on Wednesday as the country was captivated by what the media and authorities said was the imminent rescue of a girl trapped in the rubble of a collapsed school.
But Frida Sofía was not the name of the girl rescuers were trying to pull from the rubble of the Enrique Rébsamen school. All students with that name at the school were accounted for, Mexican broadcaster Televisa – which focused heavily on the school site – reported Thursday morning. The girl’s parents also had not been located, according to public education secretary Aurelio Nuño.But Frida Sofía was not the name of the girl rescuers were trying to pull from the rubble of the Enrique Rébsamen school. All students with that name at the school were accounted for, Mexican broadcaster Televisa – which focused heavily on the school site – reported Thursday morning. The girl’s parents also had not been located, according to public education secretary Aurelio Nuño.
“Frida Sofía” trended again on Thursday, though the tweets were tinged with rage as Mexicans railed against the country’s big broadcasters for peddling false hope as the country dug out from the two massive earthquakes in less than two week.“Frida Sofía” trended again on Thursday, though the tweets were tinged with rage as Mexicans railed against the country’s big broadcasters for peddling false hope as the country dug out from the two massive earthquakes in less than two week.
“The writers of ‘the Rosa de Guadalupe’ already have their next chapter … ‘Frida Sofía,’” read one tweet, referring to corny soap opera involving in which characters plead for intervention from the national patroness, Our Lady of Guadalupe.“The writers of ‘the Rosa de Guadalupe’ already have their next chapter … ‘Frida Sofía,’” read one tweet, referring to corny soap opera involving in which characters plead for intervention from the national patroness, Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Others were reminded of “Monchito,” a 9-year-old boy supposedly pulled from the rubble of the 1985 earthquake who never existed.Others were reminded of “Monchito,” a 9-year-old boy supposedly pulled from the rubble of the 1985 earthquake who never existed.
Mexican TV continued with its coverage of the earthquake Thursday, though it turned its attention to disaster areas away from the Enrique Rébsamen school, which collapsed in a tragedy killing 21 students and four teachers.Mexican TV continued with its coverage of the earthquake Thursday, though it turned its attention to disaster areas away from the Enrique Rébsamen school, which collapsed in a tragedy killing 21 students and four teachers.
Rescue efforts continued at the school, though with reduced crews due to the fragility of the site, Mexican media reported.Rescue efforts continued at the school, though with reduced crews due to the fragility of the site, Mexican media reported.
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The Los Angeles Times has reported on the tragic story of 11 people who were killed when a church collapsed in Atzala, about 100 miles south of Mexico City.The Los Angeles Times has reported on the tragic story of 11 people who were killed when a church collapsed in Atzala, about 100 miles south of Mexico City.
They were gathered at the Santiago the Apostle Catholic Church to attend the baptism of three-month-old Elideth Torres de Leon, according to the LA Times. Torres de Leon was among those who died.They were gathered at the Santiago the Apostle Catholic Church to attend the baptism of three-month-old Elideth Torres de Leon, according to the LA Times. Torres de Leon was among those who died.
The coffins of the 11 people killed in the church collapse were lined up together on Wednesday as stunned friends, relatives and townsfolk said goodbye — the baptism had instead become a funeral Mass.The coffins of the 11 people killed in the church collapse were lined up together on Wednesday as stunned friends, relatives and townsfolk said goodbye — the baptism had instead become a funeral Mass.
“I am in profound pain. I am shattered,” said Graciano Villanueva Perez, 73, who lost six relatives — his wife, sister, daughter, son-in-law and two grandchildren, all of whom were attending the baptism. “I don’t know what to say,” he added, drifting away to the comfort of kin, his head bowed. He had been at home resting when the quake hit.“I am in profound pain. I am shattered,” said Graciano Villanueva Perez, 73, who lost six relatives — his wife, sister, daughter, son-in-law and two grandchildren, all of whom were attending the baptism. “I don’t know what to say,” he added, drifting away to the comfort of kin, his head bowed. He had been at home resting when the quake hit.
His relative, Facundo Flores Nolasco, 42, also lost six loved ones: his wife, mother, brother, daughter-in-law, a niece and a nephew. He had been returning from his fields on a bicycle with others when the quake struck.His relative, Facundo Flores Nolasco, 42, also lost six loved ones: his wife, mother, brother, daughter-in-law, a niece and a nephew. He had been returning from his fields on a bicycle with others when the quake struck.
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Some of the video footage from Mexico has shown rescuers sporadically raising their fists in the air as they search for survivors. The BBC explains why here.Some of the video footage from Mexico has shown rescuers sporadically raising their fists in the air as they search for survivors. The BBC explains why here.
Why are people in the rescue effort after Mexico's earthquake raising their fists? #PuñosArribahttps://t.co/Dm7bGPSFAI pic.twitter.com/y1EQJKz8pqWhy are people in the rescue effort after Mexico's earthquake raising their fists? #PuñosArribahttps://t.co/Dm7bGPSFAI pic.twitter.com/y1EQJKz8pq
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For those wondering where they can donate to people in Mexico, the New York Times has published a list of organizations helping with the earthquake response.For those wondering where they can donate to people in Mexico, the New York Times has published a list of organizations helping with the earthquake response.
Topos Mexico is a non-profit, volunteer rescue team that has been prominently involved in the response. The organization posted information on how to donate on its Twitter feed.Topos Mexico is a non-profit, volunteer rescue team that has been prominently involved in the response. The organization posted information on how to donate on its Twitter feed.
Gracias por ayudar a nuestra labor:Santander 92000709294 CLABE 014180920007092942Paypal: donativos@brigada-rescate-topos.org topos.mx pic.twitter.com/3bVhOqXRYeGracias por ayudar a nuestra labor:Santander 92000709294 CLABE 014180920007092942Paypal: donativos@brigada-rescate-topos.org topos.mx pic.twitter.com/3bVhOqXRYe
Here are some other groups the Times recommended.Here are some other groups the Times recommended.
Mexican Red Cross has been accepting direct donations online and has set up an Amazon Wish List for necessary items.Mexican Red Cross has been accepting direct donations online and has set up an Amazon Wish List for necessary items.
Direct Relief, a humanitarian aid organization, has staff members in Mexico City and has pledged that 100 percent of its donations will go directly to relief efforts, which it says will include facilitating the delivery of medical supplies to affected areas.Direct Relief, a humanitarian aid organization, has staff members in Mexico City and has pledged that 100 percent of its donations will go directly to relief efforts, which it says will include facilitating the delivery of medical supplies to affected areas.
GlobalGiving, a crowdfunding organization, has pledged that all money donated to its earthquake fund will go to recovery and relief efforts.GlobalGiving, a crowdfunding organization, has pledged that all money donated to its earthquake fund will go to recovery and relief efforts.
Fondo Unido México, part of the United Way network, has created an emergency fund to help the areas affected by the earthquakes as well as the recent series of hurricanes.Fondo Unido México, part of the United Way network, has created an emergency fund to help the areas affected by the earthquakes as well as the recent series of hurricanes.
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Mexico awoke Thursday to news that rescuers at a collapsed elementary school were still trying to wedge their way into the rubble and free trapped students.Mexico awoke Thursday to news that rescuers at a collapsed elementary school were still trying to wedge their way into the rubble and free trapped students.
One the students, a girl initially known as Frida Sofía, was thought to be in contact with classmates and close to being pulled from the rubble.One the students, a girl initially known as Frida Sofía, was thought to be in contact with classmates and close to being pulled from the rubble.
Public education secretary Aurelio Nuño told Televisa late last night that the girl was alive, but authorities were unable to locate her parents or any family member.Public education secretary Aurelio Nuño told Televisa late last night that the girl was alive, but authorities were unable to locate her parents or any family member.
As dawn broke on an overcast day, the network reported the girl’s name was not Frida. Teachers at the collapsed Rébsamen school, reported that all girls with that name were accounted for. Televisa speculated that rescue workers didn’t correctly hear the girl’s name.As dawn broke on an overcast day, the network reported the girl’s name was not Frida. Teachers at the collapsed Rébsamen school, reported that all girls with that name were accounted for. Televisa speculated that rescue workers didn’t correctly hear the girl’s name.
The case of Frida Sofía captured the public imagination as the country seemed to search for small signs of optimism after the earthquake had inflicting so much damage on the national capital and its environs. “Frida Sofía” trended on Twitter, while millions of Mexicans tuned into cable coverage of the rescue effort.The case of Frida Sofía captured the public imagination as the country seemed to search for small signs of optimism after the earthquake had inflicting so much damage on the national capital and its environs. “Frida Sofía” trended on Twitter, while millions of Mexicans tuned into cable coverage of the rescue effort.
A portion of the four-story private school collapsed shortly after the earthquake hit Mexico City, claiming at least 25 lives – including four teachers.A portion of the four-story private school collapsed shortly after the earthquake hit Mexico City, claiming at least 25 lives – including four teachers.
Dramatic imagers of rescuers pulling out children captivated the country. But several rescuers interviewed on Wednesday expressed pessimism that many more students would be found alive. They pointed to the building collapsing “like a sandwich” leaving piles of dense rubble. Stories flowed out of the scene, including the rescue of two girls – triggering applause and fist pumps from rescuers and volunteers.Dramatic imagers of rescuers pulling out children captivated the country. But several rescuers interviewed on Wednesday expressed pessimism that many more students would be found alive. They pointed to the building collapsing “like a sandwich” leaving piles of dense rubble. Stories flowed out of the scene, including the rescue of two girls – triggering applause and fist pumps from rescuers and volunteers.
Signs of a rescue unfolded, including urgent calls for stretchers and medical person to arrive at the scene, along with supplies like oxygen tanks, neck braces and adrenaline. It was said at the scene that several girls were enduring their ordeal under a granite table.Signs of a rescue unfolded, including urgent calls for stretchers and medical person to arrive at the scene, along with supplies like oxygen tanks, neck braces and adrenaline. It was said at the scene that several girls were enduring their ordeal under a granite table.
But later a member of the Topos, a citizen group of rescuers, who burrow through rubble, said the stories of a rescue were false. The group left the scene after the authorities brought in heavy equipment to the collapsed school.But later a member of the Topos, a citizen group of rescuers, who burrow through rubble, said the stories of a rescue were false. The group left the scene after the authorities brought in heavy equipment to the collapsed school.
Héctor Mendoza, a Topos leaders, told the press: “The Topos way is to work without machinery.”Héctor Mendoza, a Topos leaders, told the press: “The Topos way is to work without machinery.”
He added that introducing machinery risked collapsing the narrow tunnels that small space where the victims were likely trapped. Sofía was thought to be on the third floor of the collapsed school. But late last night rescuers did not find anyone there and said she is likely to be on another floor.He added that introducing machinery risked collapsing the narrow tunnels that small space where the victims were likely trapped. Sofía was thought to be on the third floor of the collapsed school. But late last night rescuers did not find anyone there and said she is likely to be on another floor.
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Mexico’s government has published a list of 45 shelters set up for people left homeless by the earthquake.Mexico’s government has published a list of 45 shelters set up for people left homeless by the earthquake.
Lista de albergues para las personas damnificadas en la Ciudad de México por el sismo del 19 de septiembre. #FuerzaMéxico 🇲🇽 pic.twitter.com/Fdusx3qj80Lista de albergues para las personas damnificadas en la Ciudad de México por el sismo del 19 de septiembre. #FuerzaMéxico 🇲🇽 pic.twitter.com/Fdusx3qj80
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CNN has a striking before and after graphic of a block in Mexico City.CNN has a striking before and after graphic of a block in Mexico City.
These before-and-after photos show Mexico City prior to the quake, and the damage left behind https://t.co/oAreGYBtaD pic.twitter.com/mPrihNfHFSThese before-and-after photos show Mexico City prior to the quake, and the damage left behind https://t.co/oAreGYBtaD pic.twitter.com/mPrihNfHFS
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Spain has despatched a military team to Mexico to help with the rescue and recovery operation, foreign minister Alfonso Dastis has announced.Spain has despatched a military team to Mexico to help with the rescue and recovery operation, foreign minister Alfonso Dastis has announced.
Estamos con #México. España envía a la Unidad Militar de Emergencia @UMEgob para ayudar en las labores de rescate #Sismomexico https://t.co/SGrD77h0nIEstamos con #México. España envía a la Unidad Militar de Emergencia @UMEgob para ayudar en las labores de rescate #Sismomexico https://t.co/SGrD77h0nI
A USAid disaster response team is also on the way.A USAid disaster response team is also on the way.
.@POTUS sends @USAID elite disaster team in response to #MexicoEarthquake to help with humanitarian relief. Team includes @LACo_FD members. pic.twitter.com/rNieYd5Waa.@POTUS sends @USAID elite disaster team in response to #MexicoEarthquake to help with humanitarian relief. Team includes @LACo_FD members. pic.twitter.com/rNieYd5Waa
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The death toll from the earthquake is reported to have risen to 250 people as another body was recovered from the Enrique Rebsamen school.The death toll from the earthquake is reported to have risen to 250 people as another body was recovered from the Enrique Rebsamen school.
Se eleva a 250 la cifra de personas muertas por el sismo de 7.1 grados. En la CDMX van 105 #DespiertaConLoret https://t.co/V2CZPrUGSU pic.twitter.com/ZIm5k2z1DmSe eleva a 250 la cifra de personas muertas por el sismo de 7.1 grados. En la CDMX van 105 #DespiertaConLoret https://t.co/V2CZPrUGSU pic.twitter.com/ZIm5k2z1Dm
AP reports:AP reports:
Rescue workers have recovered the body of a woman from the ruins of the school in southern Mexico City where a child has been detected alive.Rescue workers have recovered the body of a woman from the ruins of the school in southern Mexico City where a child has been detected alive.
The Mexican Navy issued a statement early Thursday saying the 58-year-old woman had worked at the Enrique Rebsamen school.The Mexican Navy issued a statement early Thursday saying the 58-year-old woman had worked at the Enrique Rebsamen school.
At least 26 people are known to have died at the primary and secondary school, which was one of scores of buildings across central Mexico that collapsed in Tuesday’s magnitude 7.1 quake.At least 26 people are known to have died at the primary and secondary school, which was one of scores of buildings across central Mexico that collapsed in Tuesday’s magnitude 7.1 quake.
Both military and civilian rescue workers are trying to reach a child trapped in the rubble who has shown signs of life.Both military and civilian rescue workers are trying to reach a child trapped in the rubble who has shown signs of life.
But they’re not sure who she is. The navy statement appealed for information, saying no relatives have approached to offer any information about her.But they’re not sure who she is. The navy statement appealed for information, saying no relatives have approached to offer any information about her.
Vladimir Navarro has spent the night working at the site of a collapsed school. He said rescuers are “just meters away from getting to the children,” but the rubble is unstable and they can’t access it until it is shored up.Vladimir Navarro has spent the night working at the site of a collapsed school. He said rescuers are “just meters away from getting to the children,” but the rubble is unstable and they can’t access it until it is shored up.
He said: “Taking any decision is dangerous.” Navarro said they need a large crane to come in and help.He said: “Taking any decision is dangerous.” Navarro said they need a large crane to come in and help.
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An earthquake survivor forced to sleep in a makeshift shelter in a sports hall in Mexico City said the authorities ignored reports of cracks in her building, AFP reports in this video.An earthquake survivor forced to sleep in a makeshift shelter in a sports hall in Mexico City said the authorities ignored reports of cracks in her building, AFP reports in this video.
A gym in Mexico City has been converted into a temporary shelter for people who cannot enter their homes after a devastating earthquake pic.twitter.com/sFnbIFd4ysA gym in Mexico City has been converted into a temporary shelter for people who cannot enter their homes after a devastating earthquake pic.twitter.com/sFnbIFd4ys
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Mexico’s second earthquake in 11 days has surprised seismologists, according Steve Hicks from the University of Southampton. Writing for the Guardian, he says:Mexico’s second earthquake in 11 days has surprised seismologists, according Steve Hicks from the University of Southampton. Writing for the Guardian, he says:
If the 8.1 tremor raised eyebrows, then Tuesday’s magnitude 7.1 earthquake left everyone stunned. The earthquake’s epicentre was unusually located, in central Mexico. Its depth was puzzling: only 50km down, but the faulting mechanism implied rupture inside a plate.If the 8.1 tremor raised eyebrows, then Tuesday’s magnitude 7.1 earthquake left everyone stunned. The earthquake’s epicentre was unusually located, in central Mexico. Its depth was puzzling: only 50km down, but the faulting mechanism implied rupture inside a plate.
The reasonably shallow depth suggested that this particular part of the Pacific Ring of Fire does not behave as we expect. Based on previous scientific studies, the slab begins to behave as normal at shallow depths, but then it suddenly flattens for a distance of around 200 km, before again plunging into the deep Earth. This final kink in the Cocos plate is located right where the 7.1 earthquake happened, and directly beneath the Valley of Mexico, in which Mexico City is located. This warping of the Cocos plate caused a large earthquake to occur close to Mexico city at a relatively shallow depth. The combination of the earthquake’s location, radiated seismic energy, and the very foundations of Mexico City – thick, loose soils that behave like a bowl of jelly during earthquakes – created the conditions for devastation.The reasonably shallow depth suggested that this particular part of the Pacific Ring of Fire does not behave as we expect. Based on previous scientific studies, the slab begins to behave as normal at shallow depths, but then it suddenly flattens for a distance of around 200 km, before again plunging into the deep Earth. This final kink in the Cocos plate is located right where the 7.1 earthquake happened, and directly beneath the Valley of Mexico, in which Mexico City is located. This warping of the Cocos plate caused a large earthquake to occur close to Mexico city at a relatively shallow depth. The combination of the earthquake’s location, radiated seismic energy, and the very foundations of Mexico City – thick, loose soils that behave like a bowl of jelly during earthquakes – created the conditions for devastation.
The two earthquakes occurred within just 11 days of each other and both were within the sinking Cocos plate. Preliminary calculations show that because the earthquakes occurred more than 600km from each other, the first rupture would have only increased stress on Tuesday’s ruptured fault by a tiny amount. So there is no immediate indication that these two quakes are directly linked.The two earthquakes occurred within just 11 days of each other and both were within the sinking Cocos plate. Preliminary calculations show that because the earthquakes occurred more than 600km from each other, the first rupture would have only increased stress on Tuesday’s ruptured fault by a tiny amount. So there is no immediate indication that these two quakes are directly linked.
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Teachers at the Enrique Rebsamen school have told local TV that all pupils with the name Frida Sofía are accounted for, points out David Agren, the Guardian’s correspondent in Mexico City.Teachers at the Enrique Rebsamen school have told local TV that all pupils with the name Frida Sofía are accounted for, points out David Agren, the Guardian’s correspondent in Mexico City.
"Frida Sofía" trended as the name of a girl trapped in the Rébsamen school. Teachers say all girls there with that name are accounted for https://t.co/k0b9ikEt3O"Frida Sofía" trended as the name of a girl trapped in the Rébsamen school. Teachers say all girls there with that name are accounted for https://t.co/k0b9ikEt3O
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Mexico’s education secretary Aurelio Nuno confirmed that Frida Sofía was alive, but said her relatives could not be contacted.Mexico’s education secretary Aurelio Nuno confirmed that Frida Sofía was alive, but said her relatives could not be contacted.
He urged the family to get in touch with the authorities.He urged the family to get in touch with the authorities.
Headlines in the Mexican press describe her as “the girl everyone is trying to rescue but no one knows who she is”.Headlines in the Mexican press describe her as “the girl everyone is trying to rescue but no one knows who she is”.
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AFP has more on the agonising search for children in the rubble of Enrique Rebsamen school.AFP has more on the agonising search for children in the rubble of Enrique Rebsamen school.
Rescue workers were desperately trying to reach several children believed to be alive beneath the wreckage in the early hours of Thursday - more than 40 hours after the quake struck. Using a thermal scanner, they had located signs of life in several locations.Rescue workers were desperately trying to reach several children believed to be alive beneath the wreckage in the early hours of Thursday - more than 40 hours after the quake struck. Using a thermal scanner, they had located signs of life in several locations.
“We know that there is a child alive inside (the destroyed school), what we do not know is how to reach her... without risking a collapse and putting rescuers in danger,” rescue coordinator Jose Luis Vergara told Televisa about a young girl whose fate is being closely followed by the country.“We know that there is a child alive inside (the destroyed school), what we do not know is how to reach her... without risking a collapse and putting rescuers in danger,” rescue coordinator Jose Luis Vergara told Televisa about a young girl whose fate is being closely followed by the country.
A civilian volunteer - a slight man - was able to squeeze into a narrow channel through the rubble to reach the girl and pass her water and oxygen.A civilian volunteer - a slight man - was able to squeeze into a narrow channel through the rubble to reach the girl and pass her water and oxygen.
“I’m very tired,” she said, according to the military.“I’m very tired,” she said, according to the military.
So far, 11 children and at least one teacher have been rescued from the rubble of the Enrique Rebsamen elementary and middle school.So far, 11 children and at least one teacher have been rescued from the rubble of the Enrique Rebsamen elementary and middle school.
“No one can possibly imagine the pain I’m in right now,” said one mother, Adriana Fargo, who was standing outside what remained of the school waiting for news of her seven-year-old daughter.“No one can possibly imagine the pain I’m in right now,” said one mother, Adriana Fargo, who was standing outside what remained of the school waiting for news of her seven-year-old daughter.
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An official in Mexico City told the BBC that rescuers searching the rubble of Enrique Rebsamen school were able to hear three different people including Frida Sofia (It gave her age as 13, but most news outlets say she is aged 12)An official in Mexico City told the BBC that rescuers searching the rubble of Enrique Rebsamen school were able to hear three different people including Frida Sofia (It gave her age as 13, but most news outlets say she is aged 12)
A senior official told the BBC a 13-year-old girl has spoken to them through the rubble of a collapsed primary school in Mexico City. pic.twitter.com/ujnR789m4HA senior official told the BBC a 13-year-old girl has spoken to them through the rubble of a collapsed primary school in Mexico City. pic.twitter.com/ujnR789m4H
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This is Matthew Weaver resuming our live coverage of the aftermath of Tuesday’s earthquake in Mexico, as rescuers continue to search for survivors.This is Matthew Weaver resuming our live coverage of the aftermath of Tuesday’s earthquake in Mexico, as rescuers continue to search for survivors.
Here’s what we know so far.Here’s what we know so far.
At least 245 people are known to have been killed and more than 2,000 injured by a 7.1-magnitude earthquake that struck southern Mexico on Tuesday, 123km from Mexico City, in Puebla state. It is the second major earthquake to hit Mexico in two weeks.At least 245 people are known to have been killed and more than 2,000 injured by a 7.1-magnitude earthquake that struck southern Mexico on Tuesday, 123km from Mexico City, in Puebla state. It is the second major earthquake to hit Mexico in two weeks.
Rescuers have reached Frida Sofía a girl trapped in the rubble of the Enrique Rebsamen school in Mexico City. She said she was in contact with friends who were also trapped, but it unclear if they are still alive.Rescuers have reached Frida Sofía a girl trapped in the rubble of the Enrique Rebsamen school in Mexico City. She said she was in contact with friends who were also trapped, but it unclear if they are still alive.
At least 21 children and four adults died in the school. Thermal imaging suggested several more people might be in the airspace around Frida Sofía.At least 21 children and four adults died in the school. Thermal imaging suggested several more people might be in the airspace around Frida Sofía.
At least 38 buildings completely collapsed in Mexico City, with thousands more left damaged and unstable.At least 38 buildings completely collapsed in Mexico City, with thousands more left damaged and unstable.
Mexico City’s mayor, Miguel Angel Mancera, said 52 people have been pulled alive from the rubble, and some survivors were continuing to be saved even 24 hours after the earthquake. A total of 115 were killed in Mexico city, Mancera confirmed.Mexico City’s mayor, Miguel Angel Mancera, said 52 people have been pulled alive from the rubble, and some survivors were continuing to be saved even 24 hours after the earthquake. A total of 115 were killed in Mexico city, Mancera confirmed.
Peña Nieto ordered the evacuation of patients from damaged hospitals amid widespread power cuts and fears of further collapsed buildings from aftershocks. He also declared three days of national mourning in memory of the victims.Peña Nieto ordered the evacuation of patients from damaged hospitals amid widespread power cuts and fears of further collapsed buildings from aftershocks. He also declared three days of national mourning in memory of the victims.
Donald Trump called Peña Nieto to offer condolences, and the White House said it was offering search-and-rescue assistance.Donald Trump called Peña Nieto to offer condolences, and the White House said it was offering search-and-rescue assistance.