Devastating floods in Colombia

Intense weather conditions in Colombia have led to severe floods. Colombia is suffering its worst rains in 42 years. Not only have roads been blocked, but homes and crops have been destroyed. The rain has caused numerous landslides, killing more than 55 people and leaving more than 60 missing. President Juan Manuel Santos has declared a national emergency saying "the damage is incalculable." With more than $265 million spent this year to address rain associated problems, the government is expected to spend an addition $530 million. Thankfully, the United States, the European Union, North Korea, and Switzerland have pledged more than $21 million thus far. However, the rain fall has had devastating effects on highways and crops that amount to much more than the pledged amount. The Colombian government will continue to address the problems, hoping that the rain returns to a normal pattern.

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