Magnitude 7.4 earthquake strikes western Colombia
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Colombian Association of Capital Cities, rescue teams
Western Colombia (Choco, Cali, Pereira, Manizales, Quibdo, Buenaventura)
August 10, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 28/11/2026, 5:20:59 PM
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake hit western Colombia near San Jose del Palmar. Confirmed death toll stands at 169, with over 600 injured and thousands missing. Infrastructure damage is widespread, complicating rescue efforts in isolated regions.
- Earlier version 18/11/2026, 3:40:59 PM
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