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Veolia deploys more than 1,000 workers in Valle and Manizales

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Updated August 18, 2026 at 9:55 p.m. Colombia time

Veolia describes its operations in Cali, Palmira, Buga, Tuluá, La Unión, Zarzal and Manizales after the earthquake.

Waste in Valle

The group reports handling more than 1,000 tonnes of construction and demolition waste and 1,500 tonnes of ordinary waste in Valle del Cauca.

Debris in Manizales

In Manizales, the company says 250 tonnes of rubble have been removed.

Sanitation and staff

More than 60 mobile toilets have been placed near rescue and collapse sites. The operation involves 891 direct and 175 indirect workers.

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