Northern Colombia is facing a humanitarian crisis of historic proportions after heavy rains devastated departments including Córdoba, Santander, Chocó, and Antioquia.
According to press reports and the Evangelical Confederation of Colombia (CEDECOL), 80% of municipalities in Córdoba are underwater, leaving thousands of households with total property loss.
The tragedy has claimed 22 lives, with three people still missing. Authorities are investigating the Urrá Hydroelectric Plant over alleged irregular management of its reservoir.
Córdoba Governor Erasmo Zuleta described the situation as unprecedented. “This is an event without precedent in our history; we have no reports of an incident of such magnitude,” he said.
The agricultural sector has also been hit hard, with an estimated 5,500 animals affected. Residents in critical areas such as Lorica reported that many livestock were drowned. “The situation is critical, and the water continues to rise,” Zuleta said.
In response, CEDECOL has launched a coordinated relief effort. The evangelical community has opened collection points in Montería and Cartagena to gather food, clothing, and drinking water. The organization said a united church represents hope for those left homeless.
“We are mobilizing and present in Montería, responding to the call of communities affected by the emergency. Through our Humanitarian Aid Commission, we pray with displaced families and provide breakfast as a tangible expression of love, solidarity, and commitment,” CEDECOL said on its Facebook page.
CEDECOL also called for a nationwide virtual prayer session, citing the biblical promise in 2 Chronicles 7:14, to seek comfort and guidance for affected families.
While the national government delivers aid through the Colombian Air Force, local churches remain the first line of emotional and physical support, emphasizing that faith in times of crisis should be expressed through concrete acts of service to others.
Originally published by Diario Cristiano, Christian Daily International's Spanish edition.
