Prosecutor's Office and Attorney General assess damage after August 10 earthquake

On August 10, 2026, a strong earthquake shook much of Colombia, causing damage in several cities. The Prosecutor's Office and the Attorney General, present in all departments, immediately began inspections to assess the consequences at their headquarters.

Presence of the Prosecutor's Office and the Attorney General in the affected areas

Both the Prosecutor's Office and the Attorney General operate in every department of the country, including the regions most impacted by the quake. This presence allows both institutions to carry out inspections quickly and in a coordinated manner.

Preliminary verification of the headquarters

After the tremor, the Nation's General Prosecutor reported that, preliminarily, impacts were identified at headquarters located in Quibdó, Armenia, Manizales, Pereira and Buga. The analysis found that some buildings suffered considerable damage, requiring in‑depth engineering studies to decide on the safety of returning staff and the served population.

Attorney General's commitment to emergency response

The Attorney General declared that the prosecutor will closely monitor the implementation of actions by the entities responsible for the emergency, ensuring they promptly assist the affected people. The office also expressed solidarity with the victims and highlighted the role of the Attorney General in leading the necessary preventive measures.

Continuing review by the Prosecutor's Office

The Prosecutor's Office assures that it will continue a detailed review of the infrastructure, confirming that no employee has suffered injuries or appears on a fatal victims list. A comprehensive review of all headquarters nationwide will be carried out to detect possible structural impacts that could compromise safety or normal operation.

Support for the health of employees and their families

The Prosecutor's Office teams are advancing the verification of the health status of staff and their families, aiming to provide the necessary monitoring and assistance during the emergency situation.

With information from Semana.