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Cali confirms 141 dead, 10,000 families affected by earthquake; recovery phase begins
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Cali confirms 141 dead, 10,000 families affected by earthquake; recovery phase begins

From El Tiempo · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Official statement Outcome reported
  • Cali's Mayor's Office confirmed 141 deaths and 10,000 affected families nine days after an earthquake.
  • The city has begun its recovery phase, focusing on humanitarian aid and infrastructure reconstruction.
  • Over 7,700 properties were affected, with ongoing structural assessments and coordination with insurance companies.

Cali's Mayor's Office has detailed the city's response nine days after a devastating earthquake, announcing the commencement of the recovery phase. Mayor Alejandro Eder confirmed a comprehensive plan encompassing humanitarian aid, infrastructure reconstruction, and ongoing emergency response efforts.

The earthquake, which struck on August 10, has resulted in 141 confirmed fatalities, with 132 individuals identified and returned to their families. Rescue teams continue to search for six remaining victims in collapsed areas. The disaster has displaced over 25,000 citizens, with 10,000 families identified as affected and receiving support, including coordination for 12 shelters and rental subsidies.

Infrastructure damage is extensive, with 56 buildings completely collapsed and over 7,700 properties reporting damage. A team of over 50 structural engineering teams has assessed 920 constructions. To expedite property recovery, the city has established a working group with 22 insurance companies. Additionally, technical assessments are underway for recently constructed buildings to determine structural failures and potential responsibilities related to building codes and supervision.

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Originally published by El Tiempo in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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