A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia on Monday, resulting in a significant humanitarian crisis. According to a count by, the death toll has surpassed 200 people, while more than 1,500 homes have been either severely damaged or completely destroyed by the tremor.
The seismic event originated in the northwestern department of Chocó. Despite the epicenter being located there, the impact was felt intensely approximately 150 miles away in Bogotá, the nation’s capital. Local officials have confirmed that this disaster represents the most severe earthquake recorded in the country over the past ten years.
In response to the catastrophe, the Colombian government has officially declared a national state of disaster. Emergency response teams are currently working to rescue individuals trapped under debris, while various charitable organizations have mobilized to provide immediate assistance. Impact Your World is actively monitoring the situation and plans to update its list of vetted aid organizations as relief operations expand on the ground. Officials report that it’s the strongest quake recorded in Colombia in the last decade.
