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UNFPA Colombia Earthquake Flash Update (10 - 12 August 2026)
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk United Nations Population Fund , as published by ReliefWeb
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The regions of Chocó, Eje Cafetero, and Valle del Cauca were particularly affected.
A significant earthquake struck the area on August 10, causing widespread impact across 380 municipalities. The regions of Chocó, Eje Cafetero, and Valle del Cauca were particularly affected. Preliminary reports indicate a substantial number of casualties, with many people injured.
Search and rescue operations are ongoing in the aftermath of the disaster. Further details on the situation are available from UNFPA Colombia, including information on the challenges faced by affected communities and the impact on local healthcare services.
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Category: disaster Published: August 13, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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