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Earthquake in Colombia: At Least 224 Victims and Solidarity Donations

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake devastated Chocó, leaving hundreds homeless and sparking solidarity in Medellín.

Earthquake in Colombia: At Least 224 Victims and Solidarity Donations
Photo: Sergio Fajardo Valderrama · Openverse · BY

On Monday, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake shook the impoverished department of Chocó in Colombia, causing significant damage. According to updated reports released on Tuesday, at least 224 people have lost their lives, while hundreds more have been injured.

In Quibdó, residents are sharing their distress, finding themselves on the streets and without shelter. Scenes of despair illustrate the tragic consequences of the earthquake in this region.

In the city of Medellín, solidarity manifested quickly. Many residents have begun collecting donations to help the victims, which will be distributed in the form of emergency kits. Community efforts aim to provide essential support to those affected.