A mudslide in Colombia has killed at least 34 people and injured dozens of others
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — The loss of life toll of a mudslide in western Colombia rose to 34 on Saturday, authorities stated.
The mudslide struck a busy municipal highway Friday in a mountainous space connecting the cities of Quibdo and Medellin.
The National Disaster Risk Management Unit had stated initially in a press release that at least 18 people have been killed. The company additionally stated at least 35 injured people have been taken to hospitals.
The new loss of life toll was reported by the Chocó Governor’s Office, the place a unified command put up was established to coordinate search and rescue operations. In a press release, it stated that 17 our bodies had been recognized and that officers have been making an attempt to establish one other 17. The Prosecutor’s Office confirmed the loss of life toll.
Earlier, Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez stated in a message posted on the social community X {that a} search continued “for people who remain trapped under the landslide.” She stated a number of youngsters have been among the many victims, however gave no quantity.
The danger administration unit didn’t specify what might have brought about the mudslide, however the Defense Department reported Friday night time that it has been raining in the realm, making it troublesome for rescue operations.
A video posted on X apparently confirmed the second of the mudslide, when the facet of a mountain slid over the freeway, protecting some automobiles. The Associated Press couldn’t confirm its authenticity.
President Gustavo Petro tweeted Friday that his authorities would offer all help wanted in what he described as a “horrible tragedy.”
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This story has been corrected to indicate that the title of one of the cities is Quibdo, not Quibo.
