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Rainy season kills 18 people, affects 50,000 families in Bolivia
La Paz, Jan 24 (UNI) Eighteen people have been killed and over 50,000 families across eight of Bolivia’s nine departments have been affected by the rainy season that began in November, said an official on Thursday.
Twelve municipalities have been declared disaster zones while another 55 are facing severe difficulties due to flooding and landslides, said Deputy Civil Defense Minister Juan Carlos Calvimontes.
He added that heavy rains are expected to continue in the coming weeks, potentially causing further flooding.
An urgent intervention plan is being coordinated with local mayors to mitigate the adverse effects of the extreme weather and provide assistance to the hardest-hit communities, he noted.
UNI XINHUA ARN
The rainy season in Bolivia has taken a deadly toll, with reports indicating that at least 18 people have lost their lives due to heavy rains and flooding. In addition to the tragic loss of life, over 50,000 families have been affected by the severe weather conditions, with many left homeless and in need of urgent assistance.
The heavy rains have caused rivers to overflow, leading to widespread flooding and destruction of homes, infrastructure, and agricultural land. Rescue teams have been working around the clock to evacuate those in affected areas and provide relief to those in need.
The government of Bolivia has declared a state of emergency in several regions, allocating resources and coordinating efforts to help those affected by the natural disaster. However, the scale of the devastation is immense, and more support is needed to ensure that all those impacted by the rainy season receive the help they require.
As we witness the devastating impact of the rainy season in Bolivia, our thoughts are with the families who have lost loved ones and those who are struggling to cope with the aftermath of the disaster. Let us come together to support the people of Bolivia during this difficult time and provide them with the assistance they need to rebuild their lives.
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