A Laredo resident's son was in Colombia when a deadly earthquake occurred. The son, who is blind, had been left with a missionary group in Medellín. His father had traveled with him to Colombia, then continued on to Cartagena.

The father experienced a worrying period before being able to contact his son. He was relieved to confirm his son's safety after the earthquake. Further information about the situation is available from local news sources, including an interview with the father describing his experience during this time.