A 7.4‑magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on August 9, 2026, unleashing severe shaking that collapsed buildings and left at least 111 people dead. According to local officials, dozens more were injured and trapped under rubble. Rescue operations are underway across the affected areas, with emergency teams working tirelessly to locate survivors and transport victims to hospitals.
The tremor was also felt in neighbouring countries, including Venezuela, Ecuador and Panama, underscoring the regional impact of the seismic event. While the quake’s epicenter was near the Colombian coast, its power was sufficient to send shivers through vast stretches of South America.
