WorldPublished: 10 August 2026 at 19:14
Powerful 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Colombia, at Least 20 Dead in Pereira
A strong 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck Colombia, shaking several major cities. At least 20 people have died in Pereira, near the epicenter.
A powerful earthquake measuring 7.4 in magnitude has struck Colombia, with tremors felt across several of the country's largest cities, including the capital Bogotá, as well as Cali and Medellín.
The most severe impact reported so far has come from Pereira, a city located roughly 35 miles from the earthquake's epicenter, where local authorities have confirmed at least 20 deaths.
Details about the full scope of the disaster are still emerging, and the situation may change as further reports arrive from the affected areas.
