Colombian Quake Leaves Religious Sisters Confronting Grief and Uncertainty

On August 10, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia, inflicting severe devastation on regions such as Pereira and Cali. By the end of August, officials reported 331 fatalities, 4,505 injuries, and 136 individuals unaccounted for, with a total of 449,442 people impacted. In Pereira, 66 structures collapsed and 60 educational institutions suffered damage, while religious groups evaluated the extent of the destruction and coordinated relief efforts. In Cali, a nursing facility accommodating 68 elderly individuals was rendered unlivable, necessitating their transfer to alternative locations. The Catholic sisters are actively pursuing evaluations of their buildings and assistance as they cope with displacement, loss, and the path to long-term recovery.
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