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At least 20 dead after Colombia earthquake
In the town of Pereira alone, 18 people were killed and others were trapped in buildings that collapsed, Mayor Mauricio Salazar told Caracol Radio.
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Published at : August 10, 2026
Updated at : August 10, 2026 21:21
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The death toll after a strong earthquake that rocked western Colombia on Monday has risen to at least 20, authorities said.
In the town of Pereira, 18 people were killed and others were trapped in buildings that collapsed, Mayor Mauricio Salazar told Caracol Radio.
In Manizales, two people were killed, Mayor Jorge Eduardo Rojas said in an interview with Blu Radio.
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