environment
February 17, 2026
Video shows how the sea erased Palomino's beach: 60 meters of sand disappeared
A video circulating on social media shows the magnitude of the crisis facing Palomino.
TL;DR
- 60 meters of sand have disappeared from Palomino's beach due to intense waves.
- Structures like hotels, restaurants, and bars are being directly hit by the sea.
- Some buildings are partially destroyed and others are at risk of being washed away.
- More than 8,000 people dependent on tourism are affected by the emergency.
- Community members have requested urgent measures from municipal, departmental, and national governments to address coastal erosion.
- A popular action has been filed to demand solutions for the coastal erosion.
- The collapse of the bridge over the Mendihuaca River adds to the crisis by causing land communication issues.