Following the earthquake, Vice President Restrepo warned that thousands of homes were lost and called on the private sector to support the reconstruction.

Following a 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia on August 10, 2026, which resulted in over 270 deaths and the loss of thousands of homes, national and local recovery efforts are underway. Vice President José Manuel Restrepo issued a call from Chocó urging the private sector to support reconstruction efforts, while the Unidad Nacional para la Gestión del Riesgo de Desastres (Ungrd) has utilized satellite technology, processing 166 high-definition images to evaluate structural damage.

Institutional responses continue across affected regions, including Cali, where the Secretary of Education announced a gradual return to classes for official educational institutions starting August 24 following 96 reported deaths in the city. Additionally, the Policía Metropolitana de Cali launched a donation campaign to assist affected law enforcement personnel and their families.

In the sphere of public life and sports, the Dimayor shifted from criticism to praise after ultimately deciding to postpone professional Colombian football tournaments, a move commended for prioritizing empathy during the national tragedy.