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Las 5 cosas que debes saber este 11 de agosto
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· August 11, 2026
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Key takeaway 4 and its epicenter was located in San José del Palmar, Chocó.
A significant earthquake occurred in Colombia, causing widespread damage and loss of life. 4 and its epicenter was located in San José del Palmar, Chocó. This event has affected five departments in the country, particularly the coffee region.
The Colombian government has declared a national disaster due to the severity of the situation. The earthquake has drawn comparisons to a devastating earthquake that occurred in Armenia in 1999. For the latest updates and more information on this developing story, readers can refer to the source.
Further details on the earthquake and its aftermath are available from the original report.
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Category: local Published: August 11, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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