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Colombian footballer Luis Díaz announces aid for earthquake victims
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Colombian footballer Luis Díaz announces aid for earthquake victims

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Colombian footballer Luis Díaz has called for national unity to aid those affected by a magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck the country.
  • Díaz announced his foundation is organizing aid, including non-perishable food, hygiene kits, and medical supplies, with collection points in Barranquilla.
  • He thanked Latam airline for transport assistance and is seeking further support from clubs, sponsors, and companies to expand relief efforts.

Colombian football star Luis Díaz has urged his compatriots to unite and support victims of the powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake that recently hit the nation. Díaz announced that his foundation is actively working to send aid to the most affected areas, emphasizing the need for collective action.

Today more than ever we have to be united. No matter where we are, we can all do something to help. In the end, we all wear the same jersey, Colombia.

— Luis DíazLuis Díaz calls for national unity and action to help earthquake victims in Colombia.

"Today more than ever we have to be united. No matter where we are, we can all do something to help. In the end, we all wear the same jersey, Colombia," Díaz stated in a message shared on social media. The initiative involves collecting essential items such as non-perishable food, hygiene kits, and medical supplies at a designated drop-off point in Barranquilla's Ritz Carlton hotel.

Díaz expressed gratitude to Latam airline for its commitment to transporting the donated supplies to the disaster zones. He also revealed that collaborations are underway with clubs he has played for, sponsors, and other companies to broaden the scope of the aid efforts. "If you have the possibility to contribute with products, supplies, logistics, any help will be welcome. We all add up," the Bayern Munich player added.

If you have the possibility to contribute with products, supplies, logistics, any help will be welcome. We all add up.

— Luis DíazThe footballer encourages broader participation in the aid efforts for earthquake-affected regions.

The footballer encouraged his followers to share the message and contribute to ensure aid reaches those most in need. He conveyed his solidarity with the families impacted by the earthquake, reiterating, "Today Colombia needs us united." Díaz's call to action follows similar gestures of solidarity from other Colombian players, including Jhon Arias, who arranged for a plane carrying medical personnel and supplies to his hometown.

Today Colombia needs us united.

— Luis DíazLuis Díaz expresses solidarity and reinforces the message of national unity following the earthquake.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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