M7.4 Chocó Earthquake: M4.6 Aftershock Recorded Today, 48 Days After Main Event
As of September 27, 2026, 48 days after the M7.4 Chocó earthquake of August 10, official figures report 326 deaths, 4600 injured, and 234 missing. One aftershock was recorded in the last 24 hours with a maximum magnitude of 4.6. Seismic activity continues to gradually decrease.
General Situation
Forty-eight days have passed since the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck the department of Chocó on August 10, 2026. Official figures as of September 27 remain at 326 deaths, 4600 injured, and 234 missing. The earthquake has affected approximately 185500 people in the region.
Recent Seismic Activity
According to data from the United States Geological Survey, 1 aftershock was recorded in the last 24 hours. The largest aftershock reached magnitude 4.6, occurring near Sipí. Seismic activity continues to show a downward trend characteristic of the tectonic relaxation process following a major seismic event.
Infrastructure Damage
Documented material damage includes 10677 homes destroyed and 65841 homes damaged to varying degrees. Additionally, 127 building collapses have been reported in the impact zone. Structural assessment work continues in affected municipalities, where technical teams are classifying buildings according to habitability.
Recovery Efforts
Colombian authorities, in coordination with national and international humanitarian organizations, maintain assistance operations in affected communities. The Colombian Red Cross continues to provide support in temporary shelters and humanitarian aid distribution.
Reconstruction efforts are progressing gradually, focusing on restoring basic services and building temporary housing for displaced families. The national government, through the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management, coordinates medium and long-term recovery programs.
Search for Missing Persons
The 234 people reported missing continue to be sought by authorities. Families can report cases or seek information through platforms such as Colombia Te Busca.
Scientific Perspective
Seismologists indicate that aftershocks may continue for months after an earthquake of this magnitude. Although the frequency and intensity of aftershocks has decreased significantly since August, the population is advised to maintain earthquake preparedness measures.
Detailed technical information about the main event is available on the USGS event page.
Recommendations
Authorities reiterate the importance of the population in affected areas maintaining updated family emergency plans, identifying safe zones in their homes and workplaces, and remaining attentive to official communications from local and national authorities.
For updated information on risk management, consult the official channels of the Presidency of Colombia and the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management.
