World · Important news for 13 August 2026

Colombia has declared three days of national mourning following a deadly 7.4-magnitude earthquake, the strongest to hit the country this century. The disaster has resulted in over 200 confirmed deaths, more than 2,000 missing persons, and a declared state of emergency as rescue efforts continue.

• A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia.
• Hundreds of fatalities are reported and three days of national mourning have been declared.
• The death toll has surpassed 200 people.
• The earthquake measured 7.4 magnitude, making it the strongest to hit Colombia this century.
• Over 200 fatalities and 2,000 missing persons reported after more than 48 hours.
• A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, leading to a declared state of emergency.