What happened to Miguel Palacios, the Deportivo Pereira soccer player who had been reported missing after the 7.4 magnitude earthquake?

Following a 7.4-magnitude earthquake on the morning of Monday, August 10, centered in San José del Palmar, Chocó, the Deportivo Pereira football team faced significant disruptions and concerns regarding the safety of its members. The tremor caused widespread damage to buildings across the Coffee Region, Valle del Cauca, and Chocó, severely impacting Pereira as one of the hardest-hit cities.

In the immediate aftermath of the disaster, footballer Miguel Palacios was reported as missing. Deportivo Pereira coach Arturo Reyes publicly stated that the team initially lacked updates or a report on the player's status amidst the chaos and infrastructural damage caused by the seismic event.

As emergency situations unfolded, the club prepared for a difficult return to the city so that players and staff could reunite with their families. The incident highlights the severe regional impact of the 7.4-magnitude earthquake on local sports personnel and urban infrastructure.