On Monday, August 10, 2026, the ground shook in western Colombia and lives were changed forever.   A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the department of Chocó, the strongest to hit Colombia this century, killing at least 294 people, injuring more than 3,900, and leaving over 300 confirmed missing. More than 12,000 homes were destroyed, and more than 74,000 residences were damaged. Over 170 buildings collapsed. Five airports and 44 aqueducts were affected.   In Cali, a city of two ...