Situation Report: M7.4 Chocó Earthquake - 65 days later
65 days after the August 10, 2026 earthquake, official figures report 326 deaths, 4600 injured, and 234 missing. Seismic activity continues to decline with zero aftershocks recorded in the last 24 hours.
Situation Summary - October 14, 2026
65 days have passed since the magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck the Chocó department on August 10, 2026. Colombian authorities maintain official casualty figures unchanged over the past 24 hours.
Casualties and affected population
According to consolidated data, the earthquake has resulted in 326 deaths, 4600 injured, and 234 missing persons. The total number of affected people remains at 185500.
Search and recovery operations continue in the most affected areas, with specialized teams working in coordination with local authorities. Families of missing persons can consult registries at colombiatebusca.com and desaparecidos.co.
Infrastructure damage
Structural damage assessments show that 10677 homes were destroyed and 65841 homes were damaged. Additionally, 127 buildings collapsed during the main seismic event and subsequent aftershocks.
Reconstruction efforts are progressing gradually, with the national government coordinating temporary and permanent housing programs for displaced families.
Seismic activity
Aftershock activity continues its downward trend. In the past 24 hours, no aftershocks of magnitude 3.0 or greater have been recorded in the epicentral zone, according to USGS data.
The strongest aftershock recorded since the main event reached magnitude 4.5. Seismologists warn that although aftershock frequency has decreased significantly, seismic events may still occur in the region over the coming months.
Humanitarian response
Humanitarian aid organizations maintain their presence in affected areas. The Colombian Red Cross continues providing medical assistance and psychosocial support to affected communities. The World Food Programme and Direct Relief maintain essential supply distribution operations.
The National Unit for Disaster Risk Management coordinates long-term recovery efforts, working with departmental and municipal authorities.
Additional information
For technical information about the main event, consult the USGS page. Official updates from the Colombian government are available on the Presidency of the Republic website.
Donations to support recovery efforts can be made through the portal ayuda.cruzrojacolombiana.org.
