This is the saint many pray to when the earth shakes: prayers to ask for the victims in Colombia

On Monday, August 10, 2026, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, resulting in a humanitarian crisis that has claimed at least 240 lives. Thousands of survivors who lost their homes are currently seeking refuge in shelters as international rescue teams and aid efforts begin to arrive in the affected regions.

In response to the catastrophe, various sectors of society, including businesses, content creators, and artists, have mobilized to provide support. Among those involved is singer Karol G, who has publicly detailed how her Con Cora Foundation is coordinating assistance to provide relief to the victims in the hardest-hit areas.