Rain Alert: Millions in Losses Reported on Roads in Cundinamarca, Santander, and Valle del Cauca

TL;DR

Intense rainy season in Colombia has caused significant damage, including collapsed roads, destroyed homes, and numerous displaced individuals.
Cundinamarca, Santander, and Valle del Cauca are among the most affected departments.
The IDEAM forecasts continued heavy rainfall throughout March and predicts April will be the month with the highest precipitation.
In Cundinamarca, over 10,000 people have been affected, with Facatativá being particularly critical due to river overflows and road damage.
Santander has seen disruptions at the Palonegro airport, road closures, and damage to infrastructure, with Lebrija declaring a state of public calamity.
Valle del Cauca has reported 11 deaths and damage to 27 municipalities, including destroyed homes and crops in rural areas.
The IDEAM uses a color-coded risk map (Red, Orange, Yellow, Gray) to indicate the severity of rain-related threats and advises immediate action for red-level warnings.

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