Santa Marta
Santa Marta Health Secretariat declared hospital yellow alert to guarantee care during the rainy season and Until June 30, health experts will implement contingency plans as a preparation measure that allows them to guarantee an immediate, adequate and timely response, in the event of an emergency situation.
The decision was made by the authorities after the latest emergencies registered due to the collapse of some homes and landslides; about it the Secretary of Health, Jorge Lastra, He emphasized that “we seek the adequate provision of services for situations that may arise due to the rainy season.
He added “we are going to coordinate with the entire public and private sector so that effective attention is provided, in addition, “Until June 30, they will operate at their maximum capacity so that the reaction is done in a timely manner.”
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Meanwhile, The Mayor’s Office reported that the Ziruma hill road will remain closed until further notice, due to the recent landslides that have occurred in this sector as a result of the constant rains that have fallen since Friday night.
He Mayor Carlos Pinedo He said “I want to give some peace of mind to the citizens that we are working everywhere. The rains are going to increase and we have to be alert, but have complete peace of mind that the administration will be at all points where an emergency arises.”
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