People stand outside their homes after a quake was felt in Bogota, Colombia, Monday, Aug. 10, 2026.
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A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes western Colombia, killing at least 73 people and trapping residents under collapsed buildings. The quake hit Monday in San Jose Del Palmar and was felt as far as Bogotá. Local officials confirm significant damage in regions like Risaralda and Valle del Cauca. Authorities warn of aftershocks and report injuries across the country. Colombia's interior minister says more than 20 municipalities are affected. This is the most powerful quake in Colombia in a decade. President Abelardo de la Espriella pledges government support, while international aid offers pour in.
