More than 100 dead after severe earthquake in Colombia

A severe earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck Colombia on August 10, 2026, at 7:34 AM local time, resulting in over 100 fatalities. The powerful tremor caused significant damage across the affected regions.

In response to the disaster, President Abelardo de la Espriella declared a state of emergency, mobilizing resources to aid in rescue and recovery efforts. The full extent of the casualties and destruction is still being assessed as emergency services work to reach affected areas.

Details regarding the specific locations most impacted by the earthquake are emerging, with reports of collapsed buildings and infrastructure damage. The Colombian government is coordinating with local authorities to provide immediate assistance to those affected by the seismic event.

This earthquake is one of the strongest to hit the region in recent years, prompting international attention and offers of support. The focus remains on search and rescue operations and providing essential aid to the survivors.