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The government of Colombia confirms 312 deaths from the earthquake

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Tens of people are removing rubble with their hands to try to locate possible survivors in Pereira, Colombia.Juan David Duque / REUTERS

The figure of 312 victims from the earthquake in Colombia on August 10th has been confirmed. For the first time, the figure matches that of the country's Institute of Legal Medicine. The executive has also confirmed that there are still 290 missing persons and 4,611 injured.