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2026.09.12 05:08 GMT+8

Colombia begins long road to rebuild one month after deadly earthquake

Updated 2026.09.12 05:08 GMT+8
Michelle Begue

One month after Colombia was struck by its most powerful earthquake this century, the country is shifting from emergency response to a long and costly reconstruction effort. 

More than 330 people were killed, thousands were injured and tens of thousands of homes were damaged or destroyed in the disaster. Communities are now facing the difficult task of rebuilding homes and infrastructure while recovering from the devastating impact. 

CGTN's Michelle Begue reports.

 

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