7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Kills at Least 20 in Western Colombia

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on August 10, 2026, killing at least 20 people. The epicentre, 5 km east of San José del Palmar in Chocó, was recorded at 107 km depth by the USGS. Pereira reported 18 deaths; Manizales, two. Dozens of buildings collapsed across Cali, Pereira, and Quibdó, with residents trapped. Six airports suspended operations. President de la Espriella ordered an emergency centre at the epicentre. The toll may rise.