Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Rises, Humanitarian Crisis Deepens

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck western Colombia on August 10, 2026, has led to a declared National Disaster Situation, with official figures reporting 241 fatalities, 3,771 injured, and extensive damage to homes and public infrastructure across 13 departments. Humanitarian needs are escalating, prompting UN agencies like the World Food Programme (WFP) and UNICEF to scale up assistance.