Colombia: Heavy rains persist in 22 departments, 78 municipalities on landslide alert

Colombia's Ideam forecasts continued heavy rainfall across the Caribbean, Andean, and Pacific regions despite El Niño onset, keeping 78 municipalities on red alert for landslides. The persistence of rains during an El Niño event deviates from typical dry conditions, raising flood and landslide risks. This matters for regional infrastructure and agricultural planning.