# Colombia earthquake humanitarian response

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260819-colombia-earthquake-humanitarian-response
> Updated: 2026-08-19T04:00:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Following a severe earthquake in Colombia, various private and humanitarian aid initiatives have emerged to support relief efforts.

Footballer Luis Díaz, through his foundation, established a collection point in Barranquilla for food, hygiene kits, and medical supplies. This initiative involves corporate support from Latam Airlines and follows similar actions by Jhon Arias, who chartered a plane to deliver medical supplies and professionals to Quibdó. 

In Germany, private aid has also been mobilized, including an initiative launched by Lisa Ahmann of Herten, while Libardo Vargas has been involved in rescue operations within the disaster zone.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-19: Colombia earthquake triggers private aid efforts from Germany

A resident of Herten, Germany, has launched a private aid campaign to assist with rescue and relief efforts following a major earthquake in Colombia.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombia-earthquake-triggers-private-aid-efforts-from-germany

### 2026-08-13: Luis Díaz mobilizes humanitarian aid for Colombia earthquake victims

Bayern Munich player Luis Díaz is mobilizing humanitarian aid for earthquake victims in Colombia through his foundation, collecting food and medical supplies in Barranquilla with support from Latam Airlines.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/luis-daz-mobilizes-humanitarian-aid-for-colombia-earthquake-victims

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