Summary
A landslide in Bello, a city near Medellin, Colombia, has resulted in at least 11 deaths, with 15 people still missing. Rescue operations and evacuation orders are ongoing as heavy rains continue to threaten the area.
Key Facts
- At least 11 people have died in a landslide in Bello, Colombia.
- 15 people are reported missing due to the landslide.
- Rescue teams are using dogs and drones to search for missing people.
- More than 1,500 people are staying in shelters set up in schools and community centers.
- Heavy rain caused the landslide, which affected makeshift homes on hillsides.
- These homes are unstable during heavy rains, posing risks to poorer residents.
- Medellin issued evacuation orders for areas due to the danger of structures collapsing.
- Recent storms have caused damage, leading to the evacuation of around 60 homes.
