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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 16, 2026Miami-Dade

Humanitarian aid flight departs Opa-locka for earthquake-stricken Colombia

A humanitarian aid flight is scheduled to depart from Opa-locka, Florida, this Sunday, carrying approximately 2,000 pounds of medical supplies to assist in earthquake relief efforts in Colombia.

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Why It Matters

This flight provides direct medical support to areas affected by the recent earthquake in Colombia, utilizing resources coordinated from South Florida.

Key Facts

  • A humanitarian aid flight is departing from Opa-locka, Florida, this Sunday.
  • The flight is carrying approximately 2,000 pounds of medical supplies.
  • The aid is intended for regions in Colombia affected by a recent earthquake.
  • Search and rescue operations in Colombia have been ongoing for nearly a week following the earthquake.

Who's Mentioned

organizationHelp Land Foundation“Organization coordinating the aid mission.”locationPereira“Primary city for aid distribution.”personJuan Rojas“Pilot conducting the humanitarian flight.”locationColombia“Destination for humanitarian aid.”locationOpa-locka“Departure point for the aid flight.”personEnder Urdaneta“Founder of Help Land Foundation.”locationQuibdó“Secondary city for aid distribution and medical transport.”