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Colombia: Flash Update 006 - Update on the Impact of the Earthquake in Colombia - August 14, 2026
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk El Equipo Humanitario País Colombia , as published by ReliefWeb
· August 15, 2026
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Key takeaway Further information on the earthquake's impact and the response efforts can be found in the latest Flash Update from OCHA Colombia, which will be updated again on Monday, August 17.
A recent earthquake has had a significant impact on the local area. The earthquake, which struck five days ago, has caused damage across 15 departments and 437 municipalities. Many people have been affected, with at least 135,179 individuals impacted, including members of Afro-Colombian and Indigenous communities.
The effects of the earthquake are still being felt, with significant damage to housing, infrastructure, and essential services. Priority needs include health, temporary shelter, and access to water, sanitation, and hygiene. Further information on the earthquake's impact and the response efforts can be found in the latest Flash Update from OCHA Colombia, which will be updated again on Monday, August 17.
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Category: disaster Published: August 15, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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