Powerful Earthquake Kills at Least 20 in Colombia

A powerful earthquake hit western Colombia on August 10, 2026, killing at least 20 people. The shaking started 5 km from San José del Palmar in Chocó, deep underground at 107 km, according to the USGS. Pereira reported 18 deaths; Manizales, two. Buildings collapsed across Cali, Pereira, and Quibdó, trapping residents. Six airports stopped flights. President de la Espriella opened an emergency response centre. The toll may rise.