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Damage to bahareque construction (bamboo framework), a traditional local style of construction in Armenia. A resident sits within the collapsed structure. Image Credit: R.C. Bucknam. U.S. Geological Survey January 25, 1999 Armenia Columbia earthquake At least 1,185 people killed, over 700 missing and presumed killed, over 4,750 injured and about 250,000 homeless. The most affected city was Armenia where 907 people were killed and about 60 percent of the buildings were destroyed, including the police and fire stations. About 60 percent of the buildings were destroyed at Calarca and about 50 percent of the houses were destroyed at Pereira. Landslides blocked several roads including the Manizales-Bogota road. Damage occurred in Caldas, Huila, Quindio, Risaralda, Tolima and Valle del Cauca Departments. Event Data:
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