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Colombia searches for its missing after a powerful earthquake kills more than 100
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· August 11, 2026
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Key takeaway The disaster has caused widespread destruction, with around 1,600 buildings reported damaged or collapsed.
A powerful earthquake has struck Colombia, resulting in significant damage and loss of life. 4, affected several cities and towns, including Cali, Quibdo, and Pereira. The disaster has caused widespread destruction, with around 1,600 buildings reported damaged or collapsed.
Unfortunately, the earthquake has also been fatal, with more than 100 deaths reported. For further information on this developing story, readers can refer to the full report from ABC13 Houston, which provides additional details on the earthquake's impact and the ongoing search for those missing.
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Category: local Published: August 11, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston Reading time: 1 min
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