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Siata warns that rains will not stop in Medellín until mid-April
After the latest rain emergencies attended in Medellín, which took place in Comuna 3 Manrique where unfortunately a 5-year-old boy died due to a wall collapse, authorities indicated that the winter season will not give respite this month either, and that during the next two weeks the situation will remain the same, and could even become more critical.
TL;DR
- Medellín is facing a continued period of heavy rainfall until mid-April, with authorities predicting a potentially critical situation.
- A recent incident in Comuna 3 Manrique resulted in the death of a 5-year-old child due to a wall collapse caused by heavy rains.
- The intensity of rainfall, with 40-100% of a month's average falling in minutes, is a primary cause of floods and landslides.
- Debris such as mattresses, furniture, bicycles, and tires are being found in Medellin's streams, obstructing water flow and exacerbating flooding.
- April is historically one of the rainiest months in Medellín, adding to current concerns.
- The current weather pattern is linked to humid winds from the west, promoting cloud formation and rain.
- Citizens are advised to keep streams clean, avoid dumping waste, and stay updated via official Amva and Siata channels.