NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainAugust 10, 2026Miami-Dade
Earthquake of 7.4 magnitude in Colombia leaves 132 dead and 570 injured
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake centered in San José del Palmar, Chocó, has resulted in at least 132 deaths and 570 injuries across Colombia. The impact includes widespread infrastructure damage, with at least 86 buildings collapsed and six airports suspending operations.
Read the full story at Telemundo 51 Miami – MainWhy It Matters
The earthquake has caused significant loss of life and critical infrastructure failure, including the closure of airports and public transport systems, affecting emergency response and public services in major cities.
Key Facts
- The earthquake reached a magnitude of 7.4.
- At least 132 people are confirmed dead.
- At least 570 people are confirmed injured.
- The epicenter was located in San José del Palmar, Chocó, at a depth of 103 kilometers.
- Pereira reports 60 fatalities, the highest among capital cities.
- At least 86 buildings have collapsed across affected cities.
- Six airports have suspended operations due to damage.
- 16 people are trapped in the Megacable teleferic in Pereira.
- 15 critical points in Pereira are currently undergoing rescue operations.
- The Matecaña International Airport in Pereira is closed due to roof damage.
Who's Mentioned
organizationAsociación Colombiana de Ciudades Capitales“Provided the partial casualty balance.”locationPereira“City with the highest reported fatalities.”organizationTelemundo 51“News outlet reporting the event.”organizationServicio Geológico Colombiano“Confirmed the earthquake magnitude and depth.”locationSan José del Palmar“Epicenter of the earthquake.”