73-year-old man dies after earthquake in Antioquia

On August 10, 2026, a strong earthquake struck Southwest Antioquia, leaving one fatal victim. The death occurred in the municipality of Támesis, where a 73‑year‑old adult was hit by a dislodged rock.

The death of Rafael Toro

Antioquia Governor Andrés Julián Rendón announced that the victim was identified as Rafael Toro, a resident of the La Argentina hamlet. In an official statement, the governor said: “Antioqueños, with sorrow I report the death of a resident of Támesis. The man, 73 years old, died as a result of a rock falling. We send a message of solidarity to his family and to all the people of this beautiful municipality in the Southwest of the department.”

Damages in Támesis

Beyond the fatality, the quake caused the collapse of a house in the El Hoyo sector and generated fissures in the town’s main church. The church’s structures showed visible cracks, indicating the need for urgent repairs.

Impacts in other Southwest localities

In the district of Palermo, the parish suffered partial roof collapses. In Jardín, the main church was heavily shaken, showing internal damage and affecting nearby buildings. On the access road to Titiribí, failures were recorded that halted traffic.

Overall assessment of losses

According to the latest governor’s report, at least 40 municipalities recorded damage, including impacts on 15 schools and 5 hospitals. Southwest Antioquia is among the sub‑regions most affected by the seismic event of that day.

Authorities' response

Local authorities sent messages of solidarity to affected families and announced the deployment of rescue teams to assess and repair the compromised structures.

With information from El Colombiano.