Residents and rescue teams searched through rubble in Cali, Colombia, after a powerful earthquake struck on August 10, 2026. The quake, measuring 7.4 on the Richter scale, caused widespread damage and left dozens dead, according to reports. Israel expressed willingness to assist Colombia with whatever was needed, following the disaster that occurred days after Colombia’s new president took office (timesofisrael.com).
The earthquake originated in the Nazca Plate, affecting the western region of Colombia, and was not linked to the earlier quakes in Venezuela, which occurred at the boundary of the South American and Caribbean plates, according to experts (telemundo51.com). Despite the depth of the quake, it caused significant destruction, with millions of people affected.
Venezuela and Mexico also responded with offers of aid. Venezuela extended condolences and offered humanitarian support, while Mexican rescuers in Venezuela requested logistical assistance to reach Colombia and provide help (eldiario.com). Meanwhile, Colombian pop star Shakira expressed solidarity with her countrymen, urging them to “hold on tightly” during the crisis (laverdad.com).
The earthquake has sparked a wave of international concern, with neighboring countries and global partners pledging support as recovery efforts begin.
