# Colombia earthquake and disaster relief efforts > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/colombia-earthquake-and-disaster-relief-efforts > Updated: 2026-08-11T19:31:30.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 2. A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, primarily impacting the Chocó region, resulting in at least 224 deaths and over 600 injuries. The disaster caused significant structural damage, including the collapse of 165 buildings, and tremors were felt in Bogotá as well as neighboring Ecuador and Panama. International response began with the European Union mobilizing emergency assistance, including 100,000 euros via the German Red Cross and activating the Copernicus satellite service for mapping. The United States also pledged 15.5 million dollars in aid, alongside offers from France, Mexico, Israel, and Ecuador. Domestically, the Colombian government declared an economic emergency to manage the humanitarian and financial crisis. Finance Minister Miguel Gómez Martínez announced plans to access up to $450 million in credit from the World Bank and to prioritize the National Fund for Disaster Risk Management budget. To assist citizens, the Ministry of Finance postponed income tax payments for those in affected areas, with the Minister stating that tax compliance during the crisis is “inviable from a human and operational standpoint.” The Minister also raised concerns regarding the potential for corruption or mismanagement in the execution of funds by the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD). ## Timeline ### 2026-08-11: Colombia declares economic emergency after devastating earthquake Colombia is declaring an economic emergency following a major earthquake. The government will seek a $450 million World Bank credit and has postponed income tax payments for individuals in affected regions. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombia-declares-economic-emergency-after-devastating-earthquake ### 2026-08-11: European Union provides aid to Colombia after devastating earthquake The European Union has provided 100,000 euros and activated satellite mapping services to assist Colombia following a devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake that killed at least 224 people. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-commission-deploys-copernicus-satellite-and-aid-to-colombia --- Cite as: Colombia earthquake and disaster relief efforts. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/colombia-earthquake-and-disaster-relief-efforts