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Colombia Earthquake: Major Tremor Kills at Least 132, Devastates Buildings
A major earthquake struck Colombia on 2026‑08‑11, killing at least 132 people and destroying dozens of buildings.
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A major earthquake struck Colombia on 2026‑08‑11, killing at least 132 people and destroying dozens of buildings. Credit: Image: france24.com via source article · All rights reservedEvidence ledger
What is confirmed
- A major earthquake struck Colombia on 2026‑08‑11, killing at least 132 people and destroying dozens of buildings.[1]
What remains disputed or unverified
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A massive 7.8‑scale quake rattled Colombia on Tuesday, the strongest in a decade, leaving at least 132 dead and demolishing dozens of structures.[1]
Rescue Efforts Underway
Volunteers and rescuers have cleared rubble with their bare hands and buckets, working early Tuesday to locate survivors in the wreckage.[1]
Impact
The tremor, the strongest in a decade, killed at least 132 people and smashed dozens of buildings across the country.[1]
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