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“We are completely devastated”: Flooding strikes Afro-Colombian and Indigenous communities already hit by earthquake
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· August 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Damage is being documented and government assistance is being sought.
Community members are working together to respond to a new crisis. Damage is being documented and government assistance is being sought. A recent flood has caused significant problems, including destroyed food and crops and killed livestock.
The flood has affected communities already dealing with the aftermath of a large earthquake. Residents were caught off guard when water swept into homes, leaving little time to protect belongings. Further information on the situation is available from ReliefWeb, including details on the communities affected and the impact of the flooding.
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Category: disaster Published: August 20, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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