Colombia Earthquake: Death toll rises to 132, over 570 injured

Mangalore Today News Network

Bogota, Aug 11, 2026: The death toll from the powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck western Colombia on Monday has risen to 132, while more than 570 people have been injured, according to reports.

According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the epicentre was located around three miles east of San Jose del Palmar, west of Bogota. The earthquake occurred at a depth of approximately 107 kilometres below the Earth’s surface. Tremors were also felt in neighbouring Ecuador.

Following the earthquake, the government declared a national disaster across the country. At least 60 people were killed in the city of Pereira alone. Around 86 buildings have collapsed, while operations at seven airports have been suspended.

Emergency response teams are carrying out rescue operations to locate and evacuate people trapped under the debris of collapsed buildings. Authorities have warned that the death toll could rise further as rescue operations continue.

Among the damaged structures are the paediatric and neonatal care units of a hospital in Cali. The government has deployed soldiers to affected areas to assist with relief and rescue operations.