The town of Apure, located in the municipality of Plato, Magdalena, faces a critical emergency after the overflowing of the local stream, caused by the intense rains of the season.
The flood, which took the inhabitants of the town of Apure, located in the municipality of Plato, Magdalena, by surprise in the early hours of this Wednesday, has left hundreds of families affected and numerous homes under water.
The relief forces of the municipality of Plato quickly mobilized to the affected area to provide assistance to the victims. According to preliminary reports, more than 100 houses have been flooded, leaving many families in a vulnerable situation and with nothing.
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Local authorities have deployed rescue teams and are coordinating efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of residents. The community is recommended to stay in safe places and follow the instructions of emergency agencies.
The desperate residents make an urgent call to the Plato Mayor’s Office and the Risk Management Office of the Magdalena Government to address the emergency.
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“At this moment we are asking for help, asking for help in the town of Apure, Magdalena, since a strong flood, an avalanche, has made us lose everything. There are more than 100 houses affected, we are only left with what we have on. “We need you to please help us, disaster prevention, Firefighters, Police, please help us,” said one of the residents affected by the emergency.
The magnitude of the disaster is evident in the numerous videos circulating on social networks, showing houses with water up to the roof and a strong current running through the center of the town of Apure.
The images reflect the level of devastation and the urgency of an effective response by the authorities.
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An expansion of the news is expected with details about the exact number of people affected and the measures that are being implemented to mitigate the damage caused by this natural disaster.
Authorities are working around the clock to restore normality and provide the necessary support to families affected by this tragedy.
Agencies summary.
