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Colombia earthquake toll rises to 329 dead, 247 missing
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Colombia earthquake toll rises to 329 dead, 247 missing

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • A magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Colombia on August 10 has resulted in 329 fatalities and 247 disappearances.
  • The disaster has affected over 314,000 people, with 171,000 homes damaged and 31,000 destroyed.
  • The Colombian government reported significant damage to health centers, schools, and roads, alongside the rescue and injury of thousands of animals.

Colombia's National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD) has reported a grim toll from the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck the country on August 10. The latest figures confirm 329 deaths and 247 people still missing.

The disaster has had a widespread impact, affecting 154,014 families, totaling 314,751 individuals across 481 municipalities in 16 of Colombia's 32 departments. The UNGRD also noted that 4,600 people were injured and 364 were rescued.

Infrastructure has suffered immensely, with 171,273 homes damaged and 31,183 completely destroyed. A staggering 553 buildings collapsed, with Cali and Pereira bearing the brunt of the seismic impact. Additionally, 367 health centers, 3,710 educational institutions, 5,584 community centers, and 427 roads sustained damage.

The UNGRD also provided figures for animal welfare, reporting 1,259 rescued and 3,182 injured. The earthquake, the most powerful to hit Colombia in 25 years, had its epicenter in San José del Palmar, Chocó, with significant effects also felt in Valle del Cauca, Risaralda, Caldas, and Quindío.

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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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