In Colombia landslide killed hundreds of people

In landslide in southwest Colombia killed at least 154 people, reports Reuters.

The incident occurred in the province of Putumayo. Heavy rains caused the overflow of rivers and soil movement. The flow of mud and rocks fell on houses and cars in the settlements.

According to the latest information, killed 154 people and injured more than 200, however, these data do not take into account the number of missing persons. Search-and-rescue operation continues, it involved more than a thousand soldiers and police.

Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos flew to the provincial capital city of Mocoa, in order to control the actions of the rescuers and victim assistance.

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