Situation Report: M7.4 Chocó Earthquake - October 14, 2026
65 days after the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck Chocó on August 10, official figures report 326 deaths, 4600 injured, and 234 missing. Seismic activity continues to decline with zero aftershocks recorded in the last 24 hours.
Impact Summary
65 days have passed since the magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck the department of Chocó on August 10, 2026. Official consolidated figures as of October 14 remain at 326 deaths, 4600 injured, and 234 missing. The earthquake has affected approximately 185500 people in the region.
Infrastructure Damage
Material damages continue to be significant. A total of 10677 homes have been documented as destroyed and 65841 homes damaged to varying degrees. Additionally, 127 buildings collapsed during the main seismic event and its immediate aftershocks.
Structural assessment and recovery efforts continue in the most affected areas, while authorities work on long-term reconstruction plans.
Seismic Activity
Seismic activity has shown a notable decrease. In the last 24 hours, no aftershocks of magnitude 3.0 or greater have been recorded in the epicentral area, according to USGS data. The strongest aftershock recorded since the main event reached magnitude 4.5.
This reduction in seismic activity is consistent with the expected pattern of aftershock decay following a major earthquake. However, geological authorities maintain continuous monitoring of the zone.
Humanitarian Response
Humanitarian assistance operations continue to be coordinated by the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management in collaboration with national and international organizations. The Colombian Red Cross maintains an active presence in affected areas.
Efforts now focus on the early recovery phase, including provision of temporary shelters, psychosocial assistance, and support for livelihood reconstruction.
Missing Persons Search
Families seeking information about missing persons can consult the portals colombiatebusca.com and desaparecidos.co, which continue to update their databases.
Additional Information
For detailed technical information about the main seismic event, consult the USGS executive report.
Authorities remind the population of the importance of maintaining prepared family emergency plans and basic supply kits, given the seismic nature of the region.
