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Earthquake response strains Colombia's new government and rescuers
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck Colombia, killing at least 181 people and injuring 2,595 according to Colombian authorities. At least 195 people remained missing according to official counts, though civilian-run databases reported closer to 4,000 missing. The earthquake strained rescue operations and government resources responding to the disaster.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/08/12/g-s1-138315/colombia-earthquake-updates