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Colombia earthquake: WFP stands ready to support response efforts

Agency closely monitoring the situation and in contact with national authorities and humanitarian partners.
, WFP staff
A person stands before the rubble of a collapsed building as rescue workers search through debris and twisted concrete under a blue sky.
A woman looks at rescuers searching for survivors amid the rubble of a collapsed building after Monday's earthquake. Photo: AFP/Jaime Saldarriaga

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) extends its solidarity to the people of Colombia following Monday's earthquake.

Our thoughts are with all those affected by this disaster, and we extend our heartfelt sympathies to the communities impacted.

All WFP personnel are safe and accounted for. We are closely monitoring the situation and remain in contact with national authorities and humanitarian partners.

WFP stands ready to support response efforts, using its logistics capacity and humanitarian expertise to help reach affected populations as needed.

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