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At least 20 dead after Colombia earthquake

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10-08-2026 | 11:31

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At least 20 dead after Colombia earthquake

The death toll after a strong earthquake that rocked western Colombia on Monday has risen to at least ⁠20, authorities said.

In the town of Pereira, 18 people were killed and others were trapped in buildings that collapsed, Mayor ⁠Mauricio Salazar told Caracol Radio.

In Manizales, two people were killed, ⁠Mayor Jorge Eduardo Rojas said in an interview ⁠with Blu Radio.

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