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Daily digest 2026-10-05 — Colombia
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Daily digest: Colombia
2026-10-05Food insecurity persists in La Guajira and Chocó due to erratic rainfall and earthquake aftereffects.
Crisis (IPC Phase 3) food security outcomes are expected to continue in La Guajira and Chocó through January 2027. Stressed (IPC Phase 2) outcomes are anticipated across much of the rest of the country. Humanitarian organizations have released a guide for importing humanitarian assistance, based on official sources and shared experiences.
Erratic rainfall and soil moisture deficits are deepening in La Guajira, exacerbating negative impacts on livelihoods. Funding for humanitarian operations remains well below requirements.
Populations in La Guajira and Chocó continue to face significant food insecurity. The country hosts a small number of refugees.
The specific impact of earthquake aftereffects on livelihoods and the number of people affected by food insecurity are not detailed.