Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa insisted at the UN Wednesday that the Golan Heights region will remain Syrian after Colombia last month recognized Israeli sovereignty over the strategically important territory.
Countries: Ethiopia, Colombia, Ukraine Source: Norwegian Refugee Council Please refer to the attached file. Drawing on its operational presence in Fragility, Conflict and Violence (FCV) contexts, the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has 25 years of experience in youth education programming, combining education and legal expertise to support youth to progress between learning, earning and engagement pathways. Our programme approach aims to support refugee youth to transition from dependency to selfreliance, while contributing to local economies, human capital development and national development objectives. NRC’s experience shows that the hardest-to-reach youth, displaced and refugee youth with the lowest education levels, including young women with limited previous schooling, can be engaged and achieve strong education, and economic inclusion outcomes when operational, and regulatory barriers to skills development and labour market participation are systematically removed.
ReliefWeb•Norwegian Refugee Council8h ago
{beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Lawmakers across Americas urge US to end drug boat strike campaign More than 70 lawmakers from North and South America, including the U.S., Canada and Colombia, are calling on the Trump administration to end its deadly strike campaign against alleged drug-smuggling boats in the…
The Hill•Filip Timotija18h ago
Country: Colombia Source: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Please refer to the attached file. A. SITUATION ANALYSIS Description of the crisis On 10 August 2026 at 07:34 local time, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia, with its epicentre near the municipality of San José del Palmar in Chocó Department, at a depth of 103 km. The earthquake was followed by multiple aftershocks and was felt across much of the country, affecting densely populated urban centres and rural communities alike. The departments most severely impacted include Chocó, Valle del Cauca, Risaralda, Caldas, and Quindío, while significant impacts were also reported in Antioquia, Cundinamarca, Huila, Boyacá, Tolima, Cauca, Putumayo, Sucre, and Santander. As of 14 September, the National Disaster Risk Management Unit (UNGRD) reports indicate impacts across 16 departments and 500 municipalities, while the earthquake was felt across much of Colombia and reported in Ecuador, Panama, and Venezuela. Search and rescue efforts were concentrated in these departments and, as of this date, operations have concluded. In total, 16 accredited Colombian USAR teams, 4 international support teams from the United States, Ecuador and Israel, as well as 34 other support teams were deployed, comprising a total of 1,849 rescuers. These efforts resulted in a total of 356 people rescued and 259 bodies recovered. According to the UNGRD report of 10 September, in terms of human impact, 778,281 people were reported as affected (364,672 families), with 4,505 people injured and 331 deaths. In terms of infrastructure, 36,327 houses were destroyed, 758 buildings collapsed, and 6,047 buildings and more than 200,000 houses were damaged. Additionally, essential basic services remain in a critical situation, with 4,316 educational facilities and approximately 400 health facilities reported as affected. Likewise, according to the Ministry of Housing, City and Territory, 137 municipalities reported disruptions to water supply, sewerage and solid waste management services, of which 93 have not been able to restore these services. In addition, 286 Colombian Red Cross Society volunteers were themselves directly affected by the earthquake. The impacts of the earthquake are estimated to have caused direct physical damage to structures amounting to COP 42.1 trillion (USD 13.2 billion), equivalent to approximately 2.3 per cent of Colombia’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The damage is highly concentrated in Risaralda, Valle del Cauca, Chocó, Caldas and Quindío. (UNDP, 2026)1 . Critical disruptions to electricity, telecommunications, and health services have been reported in several affected areas. Airport closures, damaged roads, communication outages, and continuing aftershocks are affecting access to communities and delaying comprehensive damage and needs assessments, particularly in Chocó, where connectivity remains intermittent and some municipalities remain difficult to reach. Pre-existing vulnerabilities, poor health outcomes, and limited access to health services already constrained the ability of communities to cope with additional shocks. On the day of the earthquake, the Government of Colombia declared a national State of Emergency and activated national and departmental emergency management mechanisms. The Colombian Red Cross Society (Cruz Roja Colombiana – CRC) immediately activated its National Crisis Room and emergency response mechanisms. This response is unfolding against the backdrop of the El Niño phenomenon. The Institute of Hydrology, Meteorology and Environmental Studies (IDEAM)2 confirmed that El Niño conditions are already present in the equatorial Pacific Ocean and atmosphere, with more than 95% probability of strengthening during the second half of 2026 and persisting into the first quarter of 2027, potentially reaching “very strong” intensity comparable to the most significant events recorded since 1950. According to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)3 , the phenomenon is expected to act as a multiplier of humanitarian risk nationwide, with an estimated 4.3 million people across 508 municipalities (45% of the country) facing severe impacts, particularly water shortages, increased wildfire risk, and rising food insecurity. For the departments already affected by the earthquake, these compounding hazards risk further straining water, health and shelter systems that remain damaged, delaying recovery, and deepening the needs of already vulnerable households.
ReliefWeb•International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies18h ago
Hundreds of artists and performing arts students took to the streets of Bogotá to protest proposed cuts to Colombia’s cultural budget and the suspension of some national arts grants.
Euronews21h ago
Colombia’s Federico Durán, long associated with Rhayuela Films (“Alias María”) where he remains a shareholder, has officially launched his new company El Sol Ermitaño at the San Sebastian Film Festival where the first of its slate, “Lovers Go Home!” participates at the festival’s pix-in-post program, WIP LatAm. Directed by Juan Sebastián Mesa (“The Nobodies”), the […]
Variety•Anna Marie de la Fuente22 Sept
Colombia has loosened gun laws after more than a decade of restrictions. Some fear it will lead to even more violence.
Al Jazeera22 Sept
Apple today announced that Tap to Pay on iPhone is now available in eight more countries: Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Honduras, Panama, and Peru. Tap to Pay on iPhone allows businesses to accept contactless payments on an iPhone, with no point-of-sale hardware required. Instead, customers can simply tap their own iPhone or Apple Watch, credit card or debit card, or other contactless payment option on the merchant's iPhone. Tag: Tap to Pay on iPhone This article, " Apple Announces 'Tap to Pay on iPhone' Availability in 8 More Countries " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Country: Colombia Source: International Committee of the Red Cross The earthquake that occurred on 10 August exacerbated the humanitarian needs of communities that were already grappling with consequences of armed conflict in Colombia. In rural areas of the departments of Chocó and Valle del Cauca, the damage caused by the earthquake compounded existing challenges, including years of displacement, confinement, explosive hazards and difficulties in accessing essential services such as water, health care and education. The earthquake affected a large portion of the population, including the school, the health centre and a construction project we are organizing (together with the community). “Now we have to figure out how we’re going to rebuild, because this is a very challenging area,” said Alexis Mosquera, president of the community action board in a rural area in Nóvita, Chocó. Based on assessments carried out in coordination and in collaboration with the Colombian Red Cross, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the relevant authorities, the ICRC has defined a two-phase response for the recovery of community infrastructure: an initial emergency recovery and the rehabilitation of medium- and high-complexity infrastructure. The initiative focuses on priority areas in Chocó and Valle del Cauca. “When a disaster strikes communities that are already grappling with the consequences of armed conflict, their needs multiply. Our response aims to help restore essential services and support the hardest-hit communities, particularly in rural areas where recovery presents greater challenges.” Olivier Dubois. Head of the ICRC Delegation in Bogotá. The importance of community infrastructure for post-emergency recovery For communities affected by armed conflict, a school, a health post, a water system, or a community space fulfil essential functions in daily life and, in some cases, can also help reduce risks specific to areas affected by conflict. In addition, if a community water supply system is disrupted, families may be forced to travel to find other sources of water, which can create additional difficulties and increase their exposure to risks related to explosive hazards and restrictions on movement. For this reason, the ICRC plans to prioritize the restoration and improvement of essential community infrastructure in areas historically affected by armed conflict that were impacted by the earthquake on 10 August. A phased recovery response It will take time for these communities to recover. The ICRC’s response, which is expected to continue for six to nine months in Chocó and Valle del Cauca, includes: Phase 1: Initial recovery: materials for basic repairs and improvements in seven community spaces, with a view to helping to restore essential services. Phase 2: Infrastructure rehabilitation and restoration: This includes moderately complex projects to rehabilitate roofs, kitchens, school dining areas and other community spaces, as well as to restore educational facilities and other strategic community infrastructure that sustained significant damage. One month after the earthquake, the ICRCʼs response is ongoing One month after the earthquake, the ICRC, in coordination with the Colombian Red Cross and relevant authorities, has made progress in its efforts to meet basic needs and strengthen essential services in priority rural communities. Assistance has focused on families whose homes were destroyed or damaged, and on households struggling to access food and other essential goods due to damaged roads and disrupted livelihoods. Access to safe water and building materials More than 2,000 families have received support to facilitate the storage of and access to safe water, as well as construction materials for repairing community infrastructure, including a health post. Materials for repairing educational facilities in 10 communities that serve 755 students. Health Fifteen health clinics in Chocó received rapid-response kits (PIRs), consisting of medications and medical supplies to strengthen their ability to respond to their communities’ needs. Fifteen medications and rapid-response kits (PIRs) were delivered to the Colombian Red Cross to strengthen its response capacity in Chocó and Buenaventura. The kits include nine first-aid kits, three emergency kits, and three infusion kits, with supplies to treat between 400 and 700 injured people, depending on their needs and the type of care required. Food security 7,495 people (1,759 families) received support to meet their food needs. 7,037 hygiene items and 1,127 shelter kits, which include items such as sheets, mats, blankets and kitchen utensils. Based on the needs identified, cash assistance was provided to help 400 people buy food, 40 people resume their livelihood activities, and 168 people cover temporary housing costs A coordinated and complementary response “Humanitarian action is most effective when efforts are coordinated. In this case, the coordination between the ICRC and the Colombian Red Cross allows us to contribute, through our respective roles and presence on the ground, to meeting the needs of the affected communities.” Olivier Dubois, Head of the ICRC Delegation in Colombia. The Colombian Red Cross’s presence on the ground, its teams, and its volunteers have been key in providing a humanitarian response that is close to the affected communities, as well as in identifying needs and tailoring actions to the conditions and priorities of each community. Meanwhile, the ICRC’s sustained presence in these areas, built through years of work with communities and dialogue with the parties to armed conflicts, facilitates access to remote locations and allows for a first-hand understanding of the needs of their residents. The ICRC’s work is carried out in accordance with the principles of neutrality, impartiality and independence, which enable the ICRC to maintain a dialogue with the different parties and continue its humanitarian work.
ReliefWeb•International Committee of the Red Cross22 Sept
Countries: Colombia, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) Source: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Please refer to the attached file. Event development Update regarding the event's development According to information provided by the United States government and various open sources, a military incursion reportedly took place in Caracas, Venezuela, in the early hours of Saturday, January 3, 2026, during which Nicolás Maduro and his wife were captured on the territory of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. As a result of these events, on Monday, January 5, the Venezuelan government declared a state of internal emergency in response to a situation that has had a significant impact on the international community due to its implications for regional stability. This measure includes, among other aspects: i) the mobilization of the National Armed Forces throughout the territory; ii) the militarization of public service infrastructure, the oil industry, and other strategic industries; iii) the strengthening of controls and patrols at land, air, and sea borders; iv) restrictions on entry into the national territory; v) restrictions on the movement of people and vehicles; and vi) the suspension of public gatherings and demonstrations. In this context, and given the potential repercussions for Colombia—a country that is home to approximately 2.8 million Venezuelan citizens and whose border areas are characterized by complex dynamics linked to the presence of non-state armed groups, as well as security and humanitarian risks—the Colombian government adopted measures aimed at strengthening territorial control, including the militarization of the main border crossings with Venezuela. In response to these events, specific restrictions, and public order situations, a pattern of commuting emerged in border areas, as well as movements toward these areas to access basic goods and services. At the time of this operation, border crossings remained open, and according to organizations representing the Venezuelan migrant population, Colombia continues to be the primary destination country. This is partly because a significant number of people have expressed their intention to leave Venezuela in the wake of recent political and social events. According to data from Migración Colombia, between January 1 and 4, 2026, there were 6,117 entries into the country from Venezuela and 5,390 departures to the neighboring country, indicating that active migration flows continue. It was seen that this trend could intensify in the coming weeks, in line with trends observed in previous years, which show a spike in mixed migration flows between the second and third weeks of January, particularly in the departments of Norte de Santander, La Guajira, and Arauca. Additionally, restrictions on air travel have cemented land travel as the primary means of transit between the two countries. At the same time, recent political changes could encourage return flows to Venezuela, driven by expectations of domestic transformation, as expressed by Venezuelan citizens in various media outlets. The military intervention, combined with social unrest and the highly volatile situation, created an environment of instability during the planning of the operation that increases the likelihood of an intensification of mixed migration flows and, consequently, of humanitarian needs in border areas. This mobility, often characterized by the use of irregular crossing points, also faces restrictions on the Venezuelan side related to limitations on institutional mobility and access to media, which has reduced the availability of services and concentrated the response primarily on guidance for the local population. Based on the above, two main scenarios were projected: on the one hand, the possible massive arrival of Venezuelan migrants to Colombian border cities, which would place greater pressure on basic services and institutional and humanitarian response capacity; and, on the other, an increase in return flows to Venezuela, associated with changes in the political and security context. Added to these scenarios is the likelihood of increased cross-border commuting between the two countries, creating a highly dynamic environment that will require constant monitoring and flexible, coordinated responses.
ReliefWeb•International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies22 Sept
Country: World Source: Oxfam Please refer to the attached files. Overview This report, produced as part of Oxfam’s engagement for the UN General Assembly, brings together the personal testimonies of civil society leaders living and working on the frontlines of conflict. Their voices come from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ukraine, Lebanon, the Occupied Palestinian Territory, Colombia, Yemen, Syria, South Sudan and Ethiopia. Through these testimonies, Oxfam’s partners call on the next UN Secretary-General to transform global peace and security systems to better protect civilians. The paper builds on Oxfam’s ongoing advocacy to reform the Peace and Security System, which began with the 2024 UNGA report Vetoing Humanity and continued through the 2025 report A (More) Feminist Approach to Principled Humanitarian Aid. Together, these reports envision a humanitarian system grounded in meaningful power sharing and the leadership of affected communities, creating a genuine and trusted local-to-global movement.
ReliefWeb•Oxfam21 Sept
Wildfire forces evacuations and burns through mountains surrounding Villa de Leyva in the north-east Colombian authorities declared a public calamity as a wildfire burned through mountains surrounding one of the country’s best-known colonial towns in the north-east, scorching large swaths of vegetation and forcing evacuations. Nearly 20 active fires are burning across the South American country. Dry conditions have increased fire danger in Colombia as it braces for the effects of El Niño, which can help wildfires spread. Continue reading...
The Guardian•Associated Press in Bogotá21 Sept
Colombia’s disaster risk agency says a forest fire in the centre of the country is now partially under control. Around 250 firefighters, supported by volunteers, have been battling the blaze since Saturday, with some 200 hectares affected. Camille Corcoran takes a closer look.
A forest fire was burning Sunday in central Colombia near the popular tourist town of Villa de Leyva, officials said.
Countries: Colombia, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) Source: REACH Initiative Please refer to the attached file. Hallazgos clave • El acceso de los consumidores a los mercados está condicionado, entre otros factores, por dinámicas de seguridad. El 10% de los comerciantes reportó barreras sociales, como inseguridad o discriminación, que limitan el acceso de los consumidores a los mercados. Por su parte, el 23% de los consumidores señaló percibir este tipo de barreras, identificando los episodios de hurto (65%) y el temor a desplazarse por las rutas de acceso (31%). • El aumento de precios afectó significativamente la capacidad de compra de los consumidores. El 76% reportó haber percibido un aumento de precios durante el último mes y, de estos, el 66% señaló que había afectado su capacidad de compra. Como respuesta, el 64% redujo la cantidad de alimentos adquiridos y el 36% redujo el número de comidas al día. • El 94% de los comerciantes señaló que el mercado tenía capacidad para satisfacer la demanda actual, mientras que el 86% consideró que podría responder ante una duplicación de esta. Sin embargo, el abastecimiento mostró una alta dependencia de proveedores ubicados en las capitales departamentales: el 75% de los proveedores operaba desde estas ciudades y solo el 33% de los comercios se abastecía dentro de su propio municipio.
ReliefWeb•REACH Initiative21 Sept
'Fransua' spoke to Sky News about why he left Colombia to fight for Ukraine
Sky News20 Sept
Latin superstar Juan Esteban, known as Juanes, has won 29 Grammys and sold out venues across the world. He joined Lilia Luciano to discuss his career, new work and giving back to his home country of Colombia in a time of great need.
Countries: El Salvador, Colombia, Dominica, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Saint Lucia Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Please refer to the attached Infographic. CIFRAS CLAVE 500K personas más podrían enfrentar inseguridad alimentaria en Honduras que en 2025 137K personas asistidas en 53 municipios tras el terremoto del 10 de agosto en Colombia 253K niños y niñas (6-59 meses) en Haití previstos a sufrir malnutrición aguda hasta mayo 2027 CENTROAMÉRICA: SEQUÍA En el Corredor Seco centroamericano, la sequía asociada a El Niño sigue dañando cultivos, reduciendo el agua disponible y obligando a familias a comprar granos que suelen cultivar. En La Unión, El Salvador, han pasado hasta 45 días sin lluvia; los hogares rurales reciben agua una o dos veces por semana. En Honduras, la alcaldía de El Triunfo declaró la emergencia, preparó raciones y busca nuevas fuentes de agua. El 16 de septiembre, Guatemala anunció US$65,5 millones en ayuda alimentaria para 1,2 millones de familias hasta diciembre; concentrará las entregas en noviembre y diciembre. Cada paquete cubriría el 73% de las calorías mensuales de una familia de cinco. El PMA prevé que la sequía sume al menos 500.000 hondureños a la población en situación de inseguridad alimentaria respecto del año pasado. CARIBE: SEQUÍA El Instituto de Meteorología e Hidrología del Caribe prevé que Dominica y Santa Lucía pasen de alerta a emergencia por sequía antes de terminar noviembre. Pronostica sequía a corto plazo en Dominica y a largo plazo en Santa Lucía, mientras El Niño amenaza con agravar el déficit de lluvias en las Antillas Menores. En Dominica, la menor humedad del suelo y el caudal de los ríos podrían afectar la agricultura y el abastecimiento de agua. Santa Lucía depende de aguas superficiales para beber. Las lluvias repusieron sus reservas en mayo, pero la escasez en el norte ya había motivado planes de reparto mediante camiones cisterna. El instituto considera el nivel de emergencia motivo de preocupación inmediata; las autoridades nacionales deciden si declaran oficialmente la sequía. COLOMBIA: TERREMOTO Al 17 de septiembre, el terremoto del 10 de agosto había afectado a 486.917 personas en Colombia, frente a 466.606 el 4 de septiembre, y causado 335 muertes. Las viviendas inhabitables registradas pasaron de 73.378 a 104.037, aunque el registro podría contener duplicados. En cuatro departamentos priorizados, 6.903 personas permanecen en 105 albergues temporales. En Buenaventura, 13 de 18 albergues activos carecen de higiene básica y condiciones ambientales adecuadas; el acceso limitado al agua potable y el saneamiento deficiente elevan el riesgo de enfermedades. Las organizaciones humanitarias reportan 137.000 personas asistidas en 53 municipios, frente a 123.000 en 49 a inicios de septiembre. Las contribuciones internacionales alcanzan al menos US$47 millones. El Gobierno comenzó a entregar subsidios económicos temporales a damnificados registrados en Chocó y Valle del Cauca. HAITÍ: SEGURIDAD ALIMENTARIA/NUTRICIÓN Un análisis dirigido por el Ministerio de Salud Pública y Población de Haití, con apoyo de UNICEF, FAO, PMA, OMS y socios de nutrición, prevé desnutrición aguda en 253.725 niños de 6 a 59 meses entre junio de 2026 y mayo de 2027, incluidos 93.873 casos graves. Otras 25.750 mujeres embarazadas y lactantes necesitarán apoyo nutricional. La violencia armada dificulta el acceso a alimentos y atención. Entre diciembre de 2026 y mayo de 2027, 29 de los 140 municipios haitianos podrían alcanzar la fase grave de desnutrición aguda de la CIF; Cité Soleil y Cabaret podrían llegar a la fase crítica, la segunda más alta. El análisis advierte que el aumento de casos presionará servicios de nutrición de difícil acceso para muchas familias.
ReliefWeb•UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs18 Sept
Countries: El Salvador, Colombia, Dominica, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Saint Lucia Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Please refer to the attached Infographic. KEY FIGURES 500K increase in people in Honduras expected to be food-insecure compared to 2025 137K people assisted across 53 municipalities following 10 August earthquake in Colombia 253K children (6-59 months) in Haiti expected to suffer acute malnutrition through May 2027 CENTRAL AMERICA: DROUGHT Across the Central American Dry Corridor, El Niño-linked drought is damaging crops, straining water supplies and forcing families to buy grain they normally grow. In El Salvador’s La Unión department, rain has stopped for up to 45 days; rural households receive water once or twice weekly. In Honduras, El Triunfo’s municipal government declared an emergency, prepared food rations and sought new water sources. On 16 September, Guatemala announced US$65.5 million in food assistance for 1.2 million families through December, with most deliveries in November and December. Packages would cover 73 per cent of a five-person household’s monthly calorie needs. The World Food Programme expects drought to push at least 500,000 more Hondurans into food insecurity than last year. CARIBBEAN: DROUGHT The Caribbean Institute for Meteorology and Hydrology forecast emergency-level drought in Dominica and Saint Lucia by the end of November, projecting a shift from warning level in both countries. The outlook points to short-term drought in Dominica and long-term drought in Saint Lucia as El Niño threatens to deepen rainfall deficits across the Lesser Antilles. In Dominica, lower soil moisture and river flows could strain farms and water supplies. Saint Lucia depends heavily on surface water for drinking. Rains replenished supplies in May, but shortages in its north had already prompted plans for water truck deliveries. The institute considers emergency level a signal of immediate concern; national authorities decide whether to issue formal drought declarations. COLOMBIA: EARTHQUAKE As of 17 September, Colombia’s 10 August earthquake had affected 486,917 people, up from 466,606 on 4 September, with 335 deaths. The number of homes registered as uninhabitable rose from 73,378 to 104,037, though the registry may still contain duplicates. Across four priority departments, 6,903 people are staying in 105 temporary shelters. In Buenaventura, 13 of 18 active shelters lack basic hygiene and environmental safeguards; limited safe water and poor sanitation raise disease risks. Humanitarian organizations report assisting 137,000 people in 53 municipalities, up from 123,000 in 49 municipalities at the beginning of September. International contributions have reached at least US$47 million. The Government has begun temporary cash payments to registered survivors in Chocó and Valle del Cauca. HAITI: FOOD SECURITY/NUTRITION An analysis led by Haiti’s Ministry of Public Health and Population, with support from UNICEF, FAO, WFP, WHO and nutrition partners, projects acute malnutrition among 253,725 children aged 6–59 months between June 2026 and May 2027, including 93,873 severe cases. Another 25,750 pregnant and breastfeeding women will need nutritional support. Armed violence disrupts access to food and care. From December 2026 to May 2027, 29 of Haiti’s 140 municipalities could face Serious conditions on the IPC acute malnutrition scale, while Cité Soleil and Cabaret could reach Critical, the second-highest phase. The analysis warns that rising needs will put further pressure on nutrition services that many families already struggle to reach.
ReliefWeb•UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs18 Sept
Country: Colombia Sources: El Equipo Humanitario País Colombia, UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Please refer to the attached file. This Flash Update is produced by OCHA Colombia based on inputs from humanitarian partners and official reports. Information is current as of 17 September (14:00 local time). This document will continue to be issued on a weekly basis until the end of September. Current reports indicate that at least 486,917 people and 303,934 households have been affected by the earthquake, while urgent humanitarian needs persist in the most heavily impacted areas (Chocó, Valle del Cauca, Risaralda, Caldas and Quindío). The impact on housing and infrastructure remains critical, with 36,478 homes destroyed and thousands of sector-specific impacts reported in educational and health facilities, water supply systems and community spaces/shelters. The crisis is being exacerbated by concurrent hazards , including flooding, wildfires, ongoing seismic activity, a volcanic alert and dynamics related to the armed conflict, all of which increase community vulnerability. The response continues through coordination with local and national authorities , with support from the international humanitarian community: more than 137,000 people have received humanitarian assistance, while recovery efforts continue and significant funding and response gaps persist. Funding remains critical to save lives, restore essential services and support the recovery of affected communities.
ReliefWeb•UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs18 Sept