Rains and floods worsened the emergency in Chocó, Pereira, Buenaventura and other areas after the earthquake in Colombia

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has triggered a severe humanitarian crisis, further complicated by heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding in regions including Chocó, Pereira, and Buenaventura. The disaster has left thousands of families in vulnerable conditions as emergency services struggle to address the compounding effects of seismic damage and environmental instability.

Local authorities and relief teams are currently managing the dual impact of the earthquake and the weather-related emergencies. The situation remains critical for the affected populations, who face displacement and infrastructure damage across multiple regions of the country.