Direct Relief

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, impacting regions from Cali and Pereira to the department of Chocó. Authorities confirmed more than 280 dead, thousands injured, and nearly 11,000 dwellings destroyed. Aid groups are providing assistance, with organizations recommending cash donations for greater flexibility in meeting widespread humanitarian needs.

Non-profit Direct Relief has invested over $14.7 million to power hurricane-prone areas and pre-position essential medications before the storm season. The initiative aims to provide critical support to regions vulnerable to hurricanes.

Two powerful earthquakes (magnitude 7.2 and 7.5) struck Venezuela, causing building collapses, hundreds of deaths, and thousands missing. Governments, nonprofits, and the Venezuelan diaspora are mobilizing aid efforts, including search and rescue, medical care, and humanitarian support, with collaboration emphasized as critical for effective response.

Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing building collapses, hundreds of deaths, and thousands missing. Governments, nonprofits, and the Venezuelan diaspora are mobilizing to provide search-and-rescue, medical care, and humanitarian aid, with organizations like Global Empowerment Mission and the International Red Cross coordinating efforts.

Two powerful earthquakes (magnitude 7.2 and 7.5) struck Venezuela, collapsing buildings, killing hundreds, and leaving thousands missing. Governments, nonprofits, and humanitarian organizations are collaborating to provide search-and-rescue efforts, medical care, and emergency supplies, while facing challenges like airport closures and visa restrictions for aid workers.