Magnitude 7.4 earthquake shakes western Colombia: Rescue operations continue

Cali - 11 August 2026: Search and rescue operations continue following the magnitude 7.4 earthquake in western Colombia. According to Colombian authorities and consistent reports on Tuesday, at least 111 people were killed. Many more people were injured as emergency crews searched through rubble in several cities and towns. The death toll could rise further because numerous buildings were severely damaged.The earthquake occurred on Monday, 10 August 2026, at 7:34 a.m. local time and was clearly felt beyond the regions most severely affected. Cali, Pereira, Quibdo and Manizales are among ...