Colombia
The trauma of returning: earthquake survivors struggle with fear of their homes
Weeks after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, survivors are suffering severe anxiety and fear returning to their homes despite them being structurally safe, according to mental health experts.
One week after earthquake, Colombia's death toll reaches 287 and thousands displaced
Mac Master urges return to shared objectives and common purpose
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Government activates reconstruction plan following 7.4 magnitude earthquake
The government activated a reconstruction plan following the 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck the country, with support from multilateral institutions to finance the efforts.
Atlántico distributes 30 tonnes of aid for disaster victims
The Atlántico Department has distributed 30 tonnes of supplies from its distribution centre for victims of the 10 August earthquake, with plans to reach 50 tonnes.
Cali restores electricity service after seismic emergency
Cali fully restored electricity service following a seismic emergency that affected approximately 63 power circuits and disrupted supply for more than 50% of users in the city, Yumbo and Puerto Tejada.
Public Force battles 32 active wildfires while extinguishing 81 others
The Public Force maintains active operations against 32 forest fires across the country, while successfully extinguishing 81 fire sources using more than 182,000 gallons of water and conducting 371 aerial drops.
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