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Colombia searches for its missing after a powerful earthquake kills more than 220
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· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The disaster has caused widespread destruction, with around 1,600 buildings reported damaged or collapsed.
A powerful earthquake has struck Colombia, resulting in significant damage and loss of life. 4, affected several cities and towns, including Cali, Quibdo, and Pereira. The disaster has caused widespread destruction, with around 1,600 buildings reported damaged or collapsed.
Unfortunately, the earthquake has also been deadly, with more than 100 people killed. Further details about the earthquake and its aftermath are available from ABC7 News, the source of this information. For the latest updates and more information, readers can consult the original report.
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Category: local Published: August 11, 2026 Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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