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Earthquake in Colombia, magnitude between 6.7 and 7.4

The earthquake struck much of the country, with the epicenter in Chocó. Damage reported in Pereira.

10 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A powerful earthquake has hit Colombia, with a reported magnitude of 6.7 according to ANSA and 7.4 from Sky TG24. The epicenter was located in the Chocó region, at depths ranging from 82 to 115 kilometers.

According to initial reports, there have been no significant damages, although local sources indicate that damaged buildings and injured individuals have been reported in the city of Pereira. Authorities are conducting checks in the most affected areas to gather further information.

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