Colombia earthquake

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Morning Brief - 20 August 2026

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top news stories for the 20th of August, covering the latest developments.

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Colombia earthquake

Colombia earthquake death toll rises to 314, with 262 still missing

The death toll from last week’s powerful earthquake in Colombia has risen to at least 314, while 262 people remain missing, President Abelardo De La Espriella said on Wednesday.

Colombia's president says early quake losses estimated at $9.6 billion

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Colombia earthquake

Colombia's president says early quake losses estimated at $9.6 billion

The economic losses from a powerful earthquake that struck Colombia last week are expected to reach 30 trillion pesos ($9.58 billion), Colombia's President Abelardo De La Espriella said on Monday.