At the end of this Saturday afternoon, the Administrative Department of Disaster Risk Management (DAGRD) reported an emergency in the upper part of the Santa Elena creek, east of Medellin.
The incident occurred at kilometer three plus 800 and involved a dog and 16 people, 12 adults and 4 minors, who they were dragged into a dangerous and difficult to access area after the tributary presented a sudden increase in its flow.
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The fact was also recorded by the mayor of the city, Daniel Quintero, on his social networks. “16 bathers who were left in a dangerous area of difficult access after the sudden rise of the Quebrada Santa Elena. APH Salud staff accompanies. We continue to take care of your life,” the president said on his Twitter account.
According to information provided by the Administrative Department of Disaster Risk Management, all the people involved in this incident were rescued by three crews from the Medellin Fire Department and only one presented a minor knee injury that was treated by units of pre-hospital care personnel who were present at the scene.
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During the winter season, which according to the IDEAM could extend in the capital of Antioquia even until mid-June, different relief agencies they have made a call to enjoy these places with caution.
Currently, the alert remains due to the increase in emergencies in the rainy season, which will have its highest peak in the months of April and May. From the Administrative Department of Disaster Risk Management They recommend reporting all cases on the single line 123. During the first quarter of 2022, this entity reported a total of 1,846 emergencies attended.
