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Colombian Artists Rally Support After 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake
8/11/2026, 5:52:03 AM
The 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake in Colombia
On Monday morning, a 7.4-magnitude quake struck Colombia with its epicenter reported near San José del Palmar in the Chocó department. The tremor caused building collapses and injuries in several cities, including Cali, Armenia, Manizales, Pereira and Quibdó. Reported fatalities range from “more than 100” to “at least 111,” reflecting early, varied counts.
Artists Mobilize Support
Prominent Colombian musicians quickly used their social-media platforms to express solidarity and urge assistance. J Balvin posted on Instagram Stories, offering strength to affected families and pledging rapid help. Shakira shared a similar message on X, emphasizing national unity and urging listeners to follow official instructions. Maluma described the situation as “heartbreaking” and sent a “hug from the heart” to victims’ families. Karol G echoed the theme of collective care in an Instagram Story, linking her post to the Con Cora Foundation, which is coordinating aid for families. Additional artists such as Ryan Castro, Manuel Turizo, Juan Duque and Emyl Rusev have promoted resources for locating missing relatives, including a dedicated “Colombia Te Busca” page.
Fundraising Platforms and Resources
Many of the performers shared a donation link to Colombia Se Levanta, an organization tasked with delivering emergency assistance to quake-impacted households. The Con Cora Foundation and the “Colombia Te Busca” page were also highlighted as channels for financial contributions and missing-person inquiries, respectively. These coordinated online efforts aim to channel both monetary aid and information to the most vulnerable communities.
Reported Casualties and Information Gaps
While the death toll is consistently described as exceeding one hundred, exact figures differ between sources (111 versus “more than 100”). Early reports also vary on the number of injured and displaced persons, and officials have not yet released a comprehensive casualty tally. The evolving nature of the disaster means that data will likely be updated as rescue operations continue.
