Emergency in Colombia
A powerful earthquake struck Colombia on August 10. As the damage and most urgent needs continue to be assessed, the Church is already accompanying affected communities and providing a first place of refuge for those facing fear and uncertainty.
Colombia Needs Our Help Now
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia at 7:34 a.m. on August 10, with its epicentre in the department of Chocó at an approximate depth of 96 km.
The earthquake was felt across different regions of the country, with reported impacts in communities in Chocó, Risaralda, Caldas, Valle del Cauca, Tolima, and Cundinamarca.
As emergency teams continue assessing the situation, many communities need support, accompaniment, and hope.
When Everything Shakes, the Church Remains
When an emergency strikes, the Church is often one of the first places where people find shelter, comfort, and hope.
Parishes, priests, religious sisters, and local communities are already standing alongside affected families. In the areas hardest hit, the Church continues to accompany those who need a helping hand and a message of hope.
Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) is in constant contact with the bishops of the affected dioceses to identify the most urgent needs and help provide emergency assistance through the Church wherever it is needed most.
We Want to Strengthen the Church’s Response
As the most urgent needs are identified, ACN is working alongside the local Church to strengthen its ability to respond.
Your support can help priests, religious sisters, and local communities remain close to those affected by this emergency.
ACCOMPANY
Support communities that remain close to people affected by the earthquake.
RESPOND
Help address urgent needs wherever assistance can be provided through the Church.
SUSTAIN
Help the Church continue its pastoral mission even in the midst of an emergency.