Colombia’s live industry springs into action following devastating earthquake
Morat will set up a donation drive at their upcoming Bogotá residency, while the Vive Claro complex is being utilised as an aid station
News By Hanna Ellington | 12 August 2026
Colombia’s live industry has sprung into action following a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that ripped through the western portion of the country earlier this week, killing over 250 people and injuring thousands more.
On Monday (10 August), the South American country’s strongest earthquake this century hit roughly 240 kilometres (150 miles) west of Bogotá, slamming major cities including Cali and Pereira. In addition to the human toll, thousands of buildings were severely damaged.
In the capital, OCESA Colombia-operated Vive Claro complex will serve as…
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