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NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 11, 2026Miami-Dade

Search and rescue operations underway in western Colombia following earthquake

Search and rescue teams are working in western Colombia to locate survivors trapped under debris following a powerful earthquake. The disaster has resulted in at least 111 confirmed deaths and widespread damage to buildings across multiple cities and towns.

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Why It Matters

The earthquake has caused significant loss of life and infrastructure damage, triggering emergency response operations across the western region of Colombia.

Key Facts

  • At least 111 people have been confirmed dead.
  • The earthquake struck the western region of Colombia.
  • Search and rescue operations are currently active in dozens of cities and towns.
  • Many individuals remain trapped under the rubble of damaged and destroyed buildings.
  • Rescue efforts were ongoing as of early Tuesday morning.

Who's Mentioned

locationBogotá“The city where the report originated.”other111“The minimum number of confirmed fatalities.”locationColombia“Country affected by the earthquake”personAbelardo de la Espriella“President of Colombia”personMiguel Ángel Zamora“Missing person, 60 years old”locationChocó“Region surrounding the earthquake epicenter”locationEl Cairo“Town where 80% of buildings were damaged”organizationUnited States Department of State“Providing $15.5 million in aid”