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Rains continue to generate emergencies; in Cundinamarca, at least 50 municipalities report serious affectations, while in Santander, floods have also been registered that keep communities on alert.

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TL;DR

  • Facatativá, Cundinamarca, is experiencing severe flooding affecting at least 3,470 people.
  • 3.470 people affected, including 770 elderly and 600 minors.
  • 12 urban and 3 rural sectors are impacted.
  • Emergency services, including the Red Cross, are providing aid and assistance.
  • Municipal administration and Cundinamarca's Disaster Risk Management have activated response.
  • Humanitarian aid includes blankets, markets, and hygiene kits.
  • Operational capacity includes a vactor truck for sewage networks and heavy machinery for dredging the Botello River.
  • A Unified Command Post is coordinating response efforts.