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Colombia: Thousands missing after deadly earthquake
At least 224 people have been killed in Colombia following a 7.4 magnitude earthquake which struck the western part of the country. With thousands of people still missing, authorities are warning the number of casualties could continue to climb.
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- 10 Aug 2026, 22:55 CEST → 12 Aug 2026, 01:39 CEST
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At least 111 people have been killed and dozens more injured after the 7.4 temblor hit the western part of the country, according to local officials.
At least 224 people have been killed in Colombia following a 7.4 magnitude earthquake which struck the western part of the country. With thousands of people still missing, authorities are warning the number of casualties could continue to climb.
At least 254 deaths have been reported so far, as rescue workers continue to sift through collapsed buildings.
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