In Colombia, the desperate search for survivors is entering a critical phase after the powerful earthquake that devastated parts of the country. More than 180 people are confirmed dead. But 24 hours after the quake struck, there are still remarkable moments of hope. Geoff Bennett reports.

The government has declared a national emergency following the tremor, which struck at 7:34am local time (10:34pm AEST). Follow live.

Hundreds of rescue workers have been deployed in hardest hit cities trying to free victims still trapped under the rubble. Hundreds of people are still missing.

Search efforts continue after a powerful earthquake struck western Colombia. Over three thousand people remain missing, with many feared trapped under debris. Authorities…