We thought it was an inactive volcano: mayor of San Pedro de Urabá on eruption
The emergency generated on Wednesday afternoon-evening with a mud volcano in San Juan de Urabá generated multiple fears for the safety of its inhabitants, especially because the eruption was registered a few meters from the municipal aqueduct plant. Beyond the scare and road damage, this event left no one injured.
TL;DR
- A mud volcano erupted in San Juan de Urabá, close to the municipal aqueduct plant.
- The eruption covered approximately three hectares of land and completely blocked the road between San Juan de Urabá and its sub-township San Juancito.
- No injuries were reported, but some residents in adjacent areas experienced losses in animals and minor structural damage.
- Around 1,200 people are estimated to be isolated due to the road closure.
- Authorities are monitoring the water supply for potential contamination and have advised residents to use water sparingly.
- The eruption was unexpected, as the volcano was previously considered inactive.