# Colombia earthquake: Hospitals adapt to save lives amid widespread damage

https://mins.news/en/item/21578

- Al Jazeera, 2026-08-13 19:23 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/13/colombia-earthquake-hospitals-adapt-to-save-lives-amid-widespread-damage?traffic_source=rss

> A magnitude 7.4 earthquake damaged hospitals across Cali, killing at least 273 people and injuring 3,800 nationwide, while 377 remain missing. Medical staff can treat only patients needing immediate resuscitation, but expanded treatment areas and coordinated support have helped stabilize the city’s strained hospital system. A red alert remains in place.

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