# Cali earthquake recovery and reconstruction > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cali-earthquake-recovery-and-reconstruction > Updated: 2026-09-10T18:12:13.000Z. Sources: 56. Developments: 5. One month after the magnitude 7.4 earthquake centered in San José del Palmar, Chocó, Colombia is transitioning from emergency response to a massive reconstruction phase. The disaster, described by the Servicio Geológico Colombiano as the worst of the 21st century in the country, has resulted in 331 deaths, 4,505 injuries, and 111 missing persons according to the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD). The scale of destruction is vast, impacting 466,709 people across 16 departments and 498 municipalities. Beyond the 36,326 destroyed homes, infrastructure damage includes over 4,300 schools, 400 health centers, and 521 roads. In Cali, Mayor Alejandro Eder reported 154 fatalities and 45,139 affected families, noting that city-wide reconstruction could cost 10 trillion pesos. President Abelardo de la Espriella’s administration has initiated reconstruction plans, including the creation of the ‘Fondo Patria Milagro’ to coordinate aid and a proposed ‘Plan Marshall’ for Chocó. Total reconstruction costs are estimated at approximately 30 trillion pesos, though Asocapitales suggests costs in major cities alone could reach 21 trillion pesos. Recent estimates for direct physical losses in structures have reached approximately 42.1 trillion pesos. Regional needs remain critical. Risaralda’s Governor Juan Diego Patiño Ochoa has called for the consolidation of victim registries, estimating 2 trillion pesos are required for home rehabilitation alone. In Cali, recovery efforts have extended to sports infrastructure, though several major units remain closed. As recovery continues, the International Federation of Red Cross has warned that survivors still face urgent needs regarding sanitation, medical care, and mental health support. ## Claims - The government estimated the reconstruction cost to be approximately 30 trillion pesos. (disputed by 3 sources) - Direct physical losses in structures are estimated at 42.1 trillion pesos. (disputed) - The earthquake resulted in 331 deaths, 4,505 injuries, 111 missing persons, and 466,709 people affected. (corroborated by 13 sources) - The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.4. (corroborated by 12 sources) - The earthquake occurred on August 10 at 07:34 local time. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The earthquake destroyed 36,326 homes and damaged 202,002 others. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The Red Cross warns of critical needs in health, mental health, and sanitation one month after the quake. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The earthquake affected 498 municipalities across 16 departments. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The earthquake is the worst of the 21st century in Colombia and the third strongest in the country's history. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The earthquake's epicenter was located in San José del Palmar, Chocó. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Rehabilitating damaged homes in Risaralda is estimated to cost 2 trillion pesos. (single source) - Reconstructing the affected capital cities could cost up to 21 trillion pesos. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-10: Cali sports authorities work to restore facilities after earthquake One month after a major earthquake, Cali authorities are working to repair damaged sports facilities and restore athletic activities in the region. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cali-sports-authorities-work-to-restore-facilities-after-earthquake ### 2026-09-10: Cali commemorates victims one month after devastating earthquake One month after a major earthquake, Cali commemorates its 154 victims and reports that over 700 tons of aid have been distributed to help the 45,139 affected families. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cali-commemorates-victims-one-month-after-devastating-earthquake ### 2026-09-10: Colombia earthquake reconstruction begins one month after 7.4 magnitude disaster One month after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia, authorities face a massive reconstruction effort following 331 deaths and over 466,000 people affected across 16 departments. 43 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cali-authorities-deliver-construction-kits-to-earthquake-affected-families-in-la-buitrera ### 2026-08-26: Cali healthcare infrastructure undergoes reconstruction after earthquake Following an August 10 earthquake, Cali is implementing a $478 billion reconstruction plan for its health network, addressing damage to 218 institutions and managing capacity reductions at major hospitals. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cali-healthcare-infrastructure-undergoes-reconstruction-after-earthquake ### 2026-08-18: Cali reconstruction following earthquake estimated to take three years Cali Mayor Alejandro Eder estimates a three-year reconstruction period following a 7.4 magnitude earthquake, with total costs projected at 10 trillion pesos. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cali-reconstruction-after-earthquake-estimated-to-take-three-years --- Cite as: Cali earthquake recovery and reconstruction. 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