The floods generated by the tropical storm have caused material damage to more than 10 homes, leaving several families affected.
The municipality of Sitionuevo, Magdalena, has been severely affected by the intense rainfall associated with the winter wave that hits the department.
The Sitionuevo Volunteer Fire Department has been at the forefront of the situation, providing immediate assistance to affected families and carrying out assessments of the damage caused. It should be noted that the Colombian Civil Defense had previously warned about the high risks of flooding in Sitionuevo, Salamina and Remolino, due to their proximity to the Magdalena River.
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It is estimated that the current winter wave will last until September of this year, which is why local and departmental authorities are calling on the population so that you remain attentive to official warnings and take the necessary preventive measures to minimize the impact of this climate phenomenon.
In this context, it is expected that the Government of Magdalena, the municipal mayor’s office and the national government will join forces to provide timely and effective humanitarian assistance to people affected by the floods.
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Through photographic records sent by the same community, the damage caused by the heavy rains is evident. The inhabitants of the municipal seat of Sitionuevo, Magdalena, remain concerned because of how impassable some sectors have been due to the heavy downpours that have occurred. fallen on the department in recent weeks.
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