Overview
On 10 August 2026, a Mw 7.4 earthquake struck the department of Chocó in Colombia, killing at least 164 people, injuring more than 810 others, leaving more than 3,000 reported missing and causing extensive damage across the country. The earthquake was felt across much of Colombia and in parts of neighbouring Ecuador and Panama, and caused extensive damage in Cali, Pereira, Quibdó, Manizales and other areas. The Colombian government declared a national emergency and launched search and rescue operations in affected areas.