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Earthquake Disaster in Colombia

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  • At least 240 people died
  • 202 bodies were found
  • 2,774 people were injured

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At least 240 people died202 bodies were found2,774 people were injured

An earthquake struck Colombia on August 10, resulting in the deaths of at least 240 people. The Instituto de Medicina Legal de Colombia reported that 202 bodies have been found.

The earthquake caused significant damage primarily in the cities of Cali and Pereira. In Pereira, 69 bodies were found, 25 in Cali, and 11 in Quibdó. The Unidad Nacional para la Gestión del Riesgo de Desastres (UNGRD) announced that the earthquake caused damage in 388 municipalities and injured 2,774 people.

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A major earthquake occurred on August 10
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At least 240 people died
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The cities of Cali and Pereira suffered significant damage

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