# Natural disasters in Colombia and Nepal

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/natural-disasters-in-colombia-and-nepal
> Updated: 2026-08-31T01:34:32.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

In Colombia, a major earthquake has caused significant casualties and widespread destruction. Following initial reports, President Abelardo De La Espriella provided an updated casualty count of 331 deaths, 4,497 injuries, and 152 missing persons. The disaster has impacted 497 municipalities across 16 departments, affecting approximately 452,782 citizens. Infrastructure damage is extensive, with 35,987 homes destroyed and 198,601 damaged, alongside significant hits to schools, health centers, and transport networks.

Simultaneously, Nepal is managing severe flooding that has resulted in 939 deaths. While the number of missing persons has decreased to 639, 592 foreign nationals remain unaccounted for. Prime Minister Balendra Shah confirmed that the government is providing financial assistance through a relief fund, which has received approximately 38.59 million USD in donations.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Natural disasters in Colombia and Nepal cause high casualties

Colombia and Nepal report rising casualties following major natural disasters. Colombia faces massive infrastructure damage from an earthquake, while Nepal's flood death toll has reached 939.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/natural-disasters-in-colombia-and-nepal-cause-high-casualties

### 2026-08-23: Guatemala and Colombia face severe casualties from floods and earthquake

Guatemala faces heavy casualties and infrastructure damage from seasonal rains, while a 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has left hundreds dead and thousands missing.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guatemala-and-colombia-face-severe-casualties-from-floods-and-earthquake

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