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Recovering from the devastating earthquake that hit Colombia earlier this month will be particularly challenging for Choco, a remote region that has long struggled with high poverty rates, poor infras ...
News Colombia » Choco » Health: Colombia: After the earthquake, Chocó’s schools face a long recovery
In the days since the earthquake, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has been on the ground, working alongside the Colombian Red Cross – which has led the Movement's response to the ...
News Colombia » Choco » Health: Children At Risk After Major Earthquake Strikes Colombia
Rescue efforts and damage assessments are underway after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake rocked Colombia and neighboring countries in the early hours of Aug. 10, 2026.
News Colombia » Choco » Health: Colombia earthquake: 294 dead, recovery tests new president in conflict-torn Choco
Seven days after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake tore through western Colombia, the confirmed death toll has reached 294 — making this the country's deadliest seismic disaster since 1999 — with 320 people ...
News Colombia » Choco » Health: Is travel to Colombia safe following earthquake?
Is it safe to travel to Colombia right now? Here's a look at the situation on the ground for travel in Colombia following a devastating 7.4 earthquake.
News Colombia » Choco » Health: How to help after Colombia’s devastating earthquake
Here are some organizations collecting donations for Colombia earthquake recovery, including U.S. groups responding on the ground and some local organizations accepting outside funds.
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Expanding access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene services helps children and their families in rural Colombia.
News Colombia » Choco » Health: A triple crisis: Earthquake takes a heavy toll on Colombia’s impoverished and neglected region
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Ismael Arias was headed to the market when the devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia last week, sowing death and destruction. His home region of Choco was ...