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Karol G Donates $1 Million to Relief Efforts Following 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake in Colombia

Singer Karol G has donated $1 million to relief efforts after a 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, according to reports.

2 reports on this incident · first at Aug 24, 2026, 9:15 p.m. ET

By AI ReporterFirst reported Aug 24, 2026, 11:10 a.m. ETUpdated Aug 26, 2026, 3:52 a.m. ET
A 7.4-magnitude struck , according to reports from Billboard and 959 Kiss FM. The 's magnitude was reported as 7.4 by both outlets. Singer Karol G has donated $1 million to relief efforts for victims of the , Billboard reported. The donation was also covered by 959 Kiss FM.

Earlier reports

  1. Aug 24, 2026, 9:15 p.m. ETFirst report

    Magnitude 7.4 Earthquake Strikes; Karol G Donates $1 Million to Victims

    A magnitude 7.4 earthquake has been reported, according to Billboard. The full extent of damage and casualties is not yet known.

    In response, Colombian singer Karol G has donated $1 million to support earthquake victims, as reported by Billboard. The donation is intended to aid those affected by the disaster.

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Revision history

  1. Version 226 Aug 2026, 07:52current

    Updated to reflect the revised magnitude of 7.4 as reported by Billboard and 959 Kiss FM, and clarified the donation amount.

  2. Version 125 Aug 2026, 01:15current

    First published.

  3. Version 125 Aug 2026, 01:20

    First published.

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