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Colombia's deadly quake aftermath
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk KTVU FOX 2 News
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Details about the situation are being reported by KTVU FOX 2 News, which has information available for those looking to learn more.
A search-and-rescue operation is underway in western Colombia. Soldiers, emergency crews, and volunteers are working together to clear rubble and find people who may be trapped. They are using search dogs to aid in their efforts.
The operation involves manual clearing of debris and the use of specialized resources. Details about the situation are being reported by KTVU FOX 2 News, which has information available for those looking to learn more. Further information can be found through KTVU FOX 2 News, including insights from experts such as Jose Restrepo, head of R+D at Nabih Youssef and Associates.
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Category: safety Published: August 11, 2026 Source: KTVU FOX 2 News Reading time: 1 min
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