Rescue teams, aided by drones, are conducting search and rescue operations in central Colombia after heavy rains triggered a devastating landslide, claiming the lives of at least eight people and leaving approximately a dozen others missing. The incident occurred in the Quetame municipality of Colombia’s Cundinamarca department late on Monday, causing severe destruction and obstructing a major trade artery.
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The torrential rains resulted in the collapse of several homes and the blockage of a significant road, disrupting traffic in the area. Civil defence director Jorge Diaz confirmed that among the deceased was a child, while six individuals sustained injuries and 20 homes were completely destroyed. The exact number of missing persons remains uncertain, but authorities estimate it to be around 11, as they work to identify the residents of the demolished houses.
