Deadly Earthquake Devastates Towns in Western Colombia
A powerful earthquake struck Western Colombia, leaving the towns of Zarzal, Roldanillo, and El Cairo in ruins. Local authorities in Valle del Cauca are counting the dead as rescue operations continue. In Pereira, a 32-year-old woman was rescued alive after being trapped for 36 hours beneath a collapsed building. The disaster has caused widespread infrastructure damage and significant displacement as emergency teams struggle to reach isolated rural areas.
Date: August 12, 2026
Location: Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Conflict: None
Category: other
Severity: CRITICAL
Source: Euronews