In the southwest of the South American country heavy rains caused a strong landslide. Several victims were killed. Others were injured. At present, at least 14 people are missing.
A landslide in Colombia has killed at least 17 people. 14 other people were missing as rescue workers reported. In the disaster in the rural community of Rosas. In the southwest of the country sludge masses buried eight houses. Several people were injured.
Army supports rescue workers
The mudslide was triggered by heavy rains. Residents helped rescue workers find survivors. However, Juan Carlos Gañán. Fire chief of the town of Popayán. Expressed his concern that the missing persons were dead.
In support of the salvage work, the army was used. Head of state Iván Duque expressed his condolences to the relatives.
