Colombia: Torrential rain triggers severe flooding in Facatativá, over 1,000 affected
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Source: AfricaNews
Published: 2026-03-20 19:52 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 92
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Crime & Justice, Natural Disasters, Latin America, Weather, Food & Agriculture, Environment & Climate, Crime & Justice
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Rivers and streams including Río Botello overflowed from around 04:00, flooding neighbourhoods such as Los Manzanos and La Selva. Residents reported water levels exceeding 1 metre inside homes, while at least 14 incidents were recorded across Cundinamarca, governor Jorge Emilio Rey said. Emergency services including the fire department, police and the Red Cross deployed pumps and evacuation teams throughout the day.
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