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Colombia earthquake has killed at least 132. My research helps explain why it was so destructive

EarthquakeCritical Phys.org · Aug 11, 2026

Colombia earthquake has killed at least 132. My research helps explain why it was so destructive

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This earthquake caused significant loss of life and widespread damage, prompting urgent rescue efforts.

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Story data

Severity90%

Urgency90%

Importance95%

Sentiment: negative#world#science

death, disaster

Affected areas

San José del Palmar Chocó Cali Manizales Pereira

Live activity in this area

4.718 km ESE of Monterrey, Colombia2 weeks ago
4.7COLOMBIA2 weeks ago
7.4COLOMBIA1 day ago
7.45 km S of San José del Palmar, Colombia1 day ago
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