On 14 May, Antioquia’s state governor declared the situation a “public calamity”, predicting that the bursting of Ituango hydroelectric dam could affect up to 133,000 people.
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Calamidad pública declarada por las intensas lluvias en 15 municipios de Córdoba, Colombia
En los últimos días, el desborde de los ríos Sinú y San Jorge ha perjudicado a 15 mil personas, aumentando a 43 mil el número total de afectados desde finales de junio.
Limitaciones al acceso afectan a más de 2.5 millones de personas
Las restricciones a la movilidad o limitaciones al acceso a bienes y servicios básicos causadas por la violencia armada ven un incremento del 65% al comparar con el mismo período en 2015.
Flooding in Arauca, Colombia estimated to affect 30,000 people
The authorities have requested support from all humanitarian actors in the department, as water levels continue to rise. In addition, the security situation could worsen as FARC withdrew their unilateral cease fire.
Colombia landslide kills at least 62
Heavy rains affected western Colombia over the last few days, causing river overflow and landslides, in Antioquia. Water and sanitation services have been cut affecting about 18,000 people.
Disaster snapshot highlights effects of extreme dry season in Colombia
The lack of precipitation led to droughts, water shortages, forest fires and access constraints due to low river water levels.
Colombia + 1 more
Crisis in Venezuela impacts on Colombians living on the border
Around 40,000 indigenous people face a deterioration of food security due to the increase in Venezuelan border controls. which halt the sale of food and consumer goods.
Over 7,000 Colombians newly displaced in November
Civilians continue to be victims of forced mass displacement, armed actions and IEDs. At least six attacks were recorded in November causing severe humanitarian consequences.
Colombia + 1 more
Conflict in Colombia claims almost 6 million victims since 1985
Four out of every five victims were forcibly displaced, many more than once. A new on-line tool allows users to consult figures as they become updated.
Nationwide protests affect 240,000 people
The strikes caused severe restrictions on mobility in many areas, rapid depletion of food stockpiles in several major cities that were cut off and infractions against medical missions.
Four out of five casualties in Colombia’s conflict are civilians
A report by the <em>Centro Nacional de Memoria Histórica</em> estimates more than 200,000 people were killed in the armed conflict between 1958 and 2012, of whom over 80% were civilians.
Más de 60,000 personas afectadas por inundaciones en Putumayo
Desde el 8 de julio fuertes precipitaciones han causado inundaciones en el departamento de Putumayo, frontera con Ecuador. Se requiere asistencia alimentaria para las personas afectadas.
Al menos 12.330 personas afectadas por inundaciones en Putumayo
Fuertes precipitaciones en el departamento de Putumayo han afectado al menos a 12.330 personas debido al desbordamiento de los ríos Caquetá y Putumayo.
Peace talks continue amid violence - latest humanitarian bulletin
Humanitarian incidents such as displacement, forced recruitment and disappearances continue unabated, but receive less visibility.
Nearly 100,000 people displaced in 2012
The Government of Colombia’s Unified Victim’s Registry has released highly anticipated figures on the country's displacement situation. The totals are preliminary and expected to increase.
Colombia + 14 more
Natural disasters affect nearly 552,000 people in Latin America and Caribbean in first quarter of 2013
Most of the disasters were a result of regular rainy seasons in South America, cold weather in Central America and drought in North America. Bolivia and Peru were hit hardest.
Latest humanitarian snapshot focuses on displacement, landmine contamination and violence against children
Colombia's propensity for natural disasters combined with the long-running armed conflict creates a double vulnerability for much of the population.
Se inició la entrega de ayuda humanitaria por parte de la UNGRD a 56,770 personas afectadas por las inundaciones y deslizamientos
56.770 el número de personas afectadas por inundaciones y deslizamientos de tierra en el departamento de Chocó. Organismos locales, nacionales e internacionales continúan evaluando daños y necesidades en las zonas afectadas.
Ascendió a 56.770 el número de personas afectadas por inundaciones y deslizamientos de tierra en el departamento de Chocó
Se inició la atención humanitaria parcial en la población afectada. Se mantienen importantes necesidades en los sectores de seguridad alimentaria, agua, saneamiento e higiene, vivienda y educación.
Colombia: Inundaciones y deslizamientos de tierra causados por las fuertes lluvias afectaron 48.600 personas
Destacados Inundaciones y deslizamientos de tierra causados por las fuertes lluvias desde el 15 de marzo, afectaron a aproximadamente 48.600 personas en cinco municipios del departamento de Chocó. Organismos locales y nacionales están realizando evaluaciones de daños y necesidades en las...