Following the earthquake in Colombia, the Aztec Topos Brigade achieved its first rescue in Cali: "If we can get there, we're going to try."

Following a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia on Monday, August 10, rescue operations entered a crucial final phase on Wednesday as international and local teams rushed to find survivors within the initial 72-hour window. The disaster has resulted in over 265 deaths and prompted widespread international and domestic mobilization, including rescue efforts by the Topos Azteca brigade in Cali and solidarity campaigns from the global sports community.

Beyond immediate rescue efforts, the catastrophe has severely impacted vulnerable regions like Chocó. As one of the country's poorest departments, Chocó faced acute challenges due to historical deficiencies in health care, public services, and state infrastructure, which significantly hindered the emergency response.