Colombia Faces Deforestation and Severe Flooding
Colombia is experiencing increased deforestation in protected areas following a peace accord and is also dealing with severe flooding in residential areas due to torrential rains.
Background
Colombia faces ongoing environmental challenges, including deforestation and severe weather events. These issues are set against a backdrop of complex social and political dynamics, including the implementation of peace accords and shifts in government policy.
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Colombia Faces Deforestation and Flooding
First report 10h agoLast update 2h agoThere is concern over the increase in deforestation within protected areas in Colombia after the 2016 accord.
Reports detail the severe impact of torrential rains causing widespread flooding in Soacha, Cundinamarca, submerging residential neighborhoods and transport arteries.
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