A significant humanitarian crisis is unfolding in the area, with at least 49,214 people affected by the recent earthquake. The emergency has exceeded local response capacity, with 241 fatalities and 3,771 injured people reported across 13 departments. The damage to essential services and infrastructure is substantial, with over 54,900 homes destroyed or damaged.

Educational institutions, health facilities, and water supply systems have also been impacted. Further details on the situation and response efforts are available from OCHA Colombia and humanitarian partners, who are collaborating to address the multisectoral humanitarian needs and significant response gaps in affected areas.