# Colombian Earthquake Destroys Hundreds of Homes in Trujillo

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake devastated Trujillo, Colombia, destroying hundreds of homes and damaging schools and churches.

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A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Colombia on August 10, 2026, leaving hundreds of families facing emergency consequences in the municipality of Trujillo. [^1]

The earthquake that struck on August 10, 2026, left over 249,000 people displaced and nearly 100,000 homes damaged in the Valle del Cauca department. [^2]

Governor Dilian Francisca Toro visited the Chiminangos 2 community in Cali, Colombia, which was affected by a 7.4 magnitude earthquake. [^3]

According to the official balance known in the municipality, 237 of the 780 homes in Trujillo are in conditions that prevent them from being inhabited. [^4]

Danna Cano, a resident of Trujillo, escaped her home when a wall collapsed onto the street, recounting her fear by saying, 'Either I die or I get out'. [^5]

Alberto Menghini, head of Cooperation for the EU Delegation in Colombia, stated that the delegation noted the situation and is willing to maintain aid and support early recovery mechanisms. [^6]

Governor Dilian Francisca Toro presented the emergency situation to a delegation of the European Union, including representatives from European embassies in Colombia and development banks. [^7]

Toro warned that international solidarity typically decreases after the first month, even though thousands of people still require humanitarian assistance. [^8]

Edinson Rodríguez Canchimbo is a veterinarian with a specialization in health administration. [^9]

In 2015, Edinson Rodríguez Canchimbo served as the acting mayor of Timbiquí in the Cauca department. [^10]

In the 2026 elections, Edinson Rodríguez Canchimbo received the support of José Víctor Amú Sinisterra. [^11]

Governor Dilian Francisca Toro announced that the governor's office will send specialist engineers to inspect towers marked with red and yellow stickers. [^12]

## What this stands on

1. A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Colombia on August 10, 2026, leaving hundreds of families facing emergency consequences in the municipality of Trujillo. (El País, News)
2. The earthquake that struck on August 10, 2026, left over 249,000 people displaced and nearly 100,000 homes damaged in the Valle del Cauca department. (Semana - Últimas Noticias de Colombia y el Mundo, News)
3. Governor Dilian Francisca Toro visited the Chiminangos 2 community in Cali, Colombia, which was affected by a 7.4 magnitude earthquake. (Diario Occidente, News)
4. According to the official balance known in the municipality, 237 of the 780 homes in Trujillo are in conditions that prevent them from being inhabited. (El País, News)
5. Danna Cano, a resident of Trujillo, escaped her home when a wall collapsed onto the street, recounting her fear by saying, 'Either I die or I get out'. (El País, News)
6. Alberto Menghini, head of Cooperation for the EU Delegation in Colombia, stated that the delegation noted the situation and is willing to maintain aid and support early recovery mechanisms. (Semana - Últimas Noticias de Colombia y el Mundo, News)
7. Governor Dilian Francisca Toro presented the emergency situation to a delegation of the European Union, including representatives from European embassies in Colombia and development banks. (Semana - Últimas Noticias de Colombia y el Mundo, News)
8. Toro warned that international solidarity typically decreases after the first month, even though thousands of people still require humanitarian assistance. (Semana - Últimas Noticias de Colombia y el Mundo, News)
9. Edinson Rodríguez Canchimbo is a veterinarian with a specialization in health administration. (La Silla Vacía, News)
10. In 2015, Edinson Rodríguez Canchimbo served as the acting mayor of Timbiquí in the Cauca department. (La Silla Vacía, News)
11. In the 2026 elections, Edinson Rodríguez Canchimbo received the support of José Víctor Amú Sinisterra. (La Silla Vacía, News)
12. Governor Dilian Francisca Toro announced that the governor's office will send specialist engineers to inspect towers marked with red and yellow stickers. (Diario Occidente, News)

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