Situation Report: M7.4 Chocó Earthquake - 56 days after
56 days after the August 10, 2026 earthquake, official figures report 326 deaths, 4600 injured, and 234 missing. Over 185500 people remain affected with 10677 homes destroyed. No aftershocks were recorded in the last 24 hours.
General situation
56 days have passed since the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck the department of Chocó on August 10, 2026. Official figures remain stable with 326 people deceased, 4600 injured, and 234 missing. The emergency continues to affect 185500 people in the region.
Infrastructure damage
The earthquake caused extensive damage to housing and urban infrastructure in the region. 10677 homes were destroyed and 65841 homes were damaged. Additionally, 127 buildings collapsed during the main seismic event and subsequent aftershocks.
The magnitude of the disaster has required a coordinated response between national and international entities to address the needs of affected communities, particularly in the most remote areas of Chocó where access remains a logistical challenge.
Seismic activity
In the last 24 hours, no aftershocks of magnitude 3.0 or greater were recorded in the epicentral zone, according to data from the United States Geological Survey. This absence of significant seismic activity represents a positive trend in the gradual decrease of aftershocks.
Since the main event, the largest aftershock recorded reached magnitude 4.5. Seismic activity has shown a progressive reduction in frequency and intensity as weeks pass, although experts warn that minor aftershocks may continue for months.
Humanitarian response
Humanitarian assistance operations continue in the affected areas. Organizations such as the Colombian Red Cross maintain an active presence on the ground, coordinating with the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management and international agencies.
The recovery phase focuses on rebuilding homes, restoring basic services, and providing psychosocial support to traumatized communities. The World Food Programme and other United Nations agencies continue to provide food and logistical assistance.
Search for missing persons
Efforts to locate the 234 missing persons continue, although terrain conditions and elapsed time complicate the work. Families can report cases and search for information through platforms such as colombiatebusca.com.
Official information
For technical information about the seismic event, consult the USGS executive report. Colombian authorities publish regular updates through the Presidency of the Republic and specialized entities.
The international community maintains its commitment to the recovery of affected areas, while local authorities work on resilient reconstruction plans and preparation for future seismic events.
