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Colombia Hit by 7.4‑Magnitude Earthquake Killing Over 100
The tremor, the strongest in the country in a decade, has left more than a hundred dead and damaged hundreds of buildings.
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An intense 7.4‑magnitude earthquake shook Colombia on 2026‑08‑11, causing widespread devastation across several provinces.[1]
Casualties Reach 100+
In the immediate aftermath, more than a hundred people have died from the shaking and subsequent collapses.[1]
Buildings Damaged in the Epicenter
Hundreds of structures, including homes and public facilities, were damaged or destroyed by the tremor.[1]
Historical Significance
The quake represents the most powerful seismic event recorded in Colombia over the past decade.[1]
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- Version 1 · — Initial source-grounded generation
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