LIVE: Search and rescue teams scour Pereira rubble after fatal Colombia earthquake

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On Monday 10 August 2026, a devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, causing widespread destruction across the region. The city of Pereira in the Risaralda department has been one of the hardest-hit areas, with multiple buildings collapsing and dozens of reported fatalities. DISASTER ZONE ‘National disaster’ in Colombia after 7.4-magnitude earthquake kills more than 160 & topples buildings as LOOTING erupts https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/40022941/national-disaster-colombia-earthquake-looting/ SKY-HIGH PANIC Horror moment screaming cable car riders are trapped in swinging gondola during Colombia quake that killed at least 250 https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/40034151/horror-screaming-riders-trapped-gondola-colombia-quake/ The Sun brings you breaking news and in-depth analysis on the stories that matter most. From the ongoing war in Ukraine to conflicts in the Middle East and US and UK politics, we post updates as they happen. Expect the latest on major global events,

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