Situation Report: M7.4 Chocó Earthquake - Day 60
Two months after the August 10, 2026 earthquake, official figures remain at 326 deaths, 4600 injured, and 234 missing. No aftershocks were recorded in the last 24 hours, indicating continued decline in seismic activity.
General Overview
Today, October 9, 2026, marks exactly two months since the magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck the department of Chocó and surrounding regions on August 10. Official casualty figures remain unchanged: 326 people dead, 4600 injured, and 234 missing.
Seismic Activity
In the last 24 hours, no aftershocks of magnitude 3.0 or greater have been recorded in the affected area, according to data from the United States Geological Survey. This absence of seismic activity represents a positive signal that the aftershock sequence continues to decline significantly two months after the main event.
The strongest aftershock recorded since the main earthquake reached a magnitude of 4.4. The main seismic event of magnitude 7.4 occurred exactly 60 days ago.
Infrastructure Impact
Documented material damage includes:
- 10677 homes destroyed - 65841 homes damaged - 127 buildings collapsed - 185500 people affected in total
These figures reflect the magnitude of the reconstruction challenge facing Colombian authorities and affected communities.
Recovery Efforts
Two months after the disaster, recovery efforts continue on multiple fronts. National authorities, including the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management, maintain humanitarian assistance operations in the most affected areas.
Organizations such as the Colombian Red Cross and international agencies including the World Food Programme and Direct Relief continue to provide essential support to displaced and affected communities.
Missing Persons
Families searching for missing persons can consult registries at colombiatebusca.com and desaparecidos.co.
Outlook
The absence of aftershocks in the last 24 hours is an encouraging indicator that seismic activity related to the August 10 earthquake continues to decline. However, authorities remind the population that aftershocks can occur for months after a seismic event of this magnitude.
The long-term recovery phase now focuses on rebuilding homes, restoring basic services, and providing psychosocial support to the 185500 people affected by this natural disaster.
For updated official information, consult the Presidency of the Republic and the Colombian Geological Survey.
