Broken pipe in Santa Cruz, Medellín causes flooding and damage to the sector

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In the Santa Cruz neighborhood, in Medellín, the break in a water pipe generated flooding at the intersection of Carrera 52 and Calle 99, causing mobility problems and damage to the surrounding sectors. The incident, which is being attended to by the District Fire Department, has required the evacuation of some homes and businesses in the area due to the water level, which reached several surrounding streets and avenues.

Today, Sunday, November 10, 2024, at approximately 3:20 in the afternoon, an aqueduct leak occurred in a 36” main network on Carrera 52 x Calle 99, Santa Cruz neighborhood, coming from the Manantiales plant. .

There are multiple flood effects in…

— Fico Gutiérrez (@FicoGutierrez) November 10, 2024

Firefighters are working to drain the accumulated water and prevent further damage to the sector’s infrastructure.

According to the preliminary information provided by EPM, they are currently carrying out repairs to the aqueduct leak in the main network coming from the Manantiales plant. In addition, they will proceed to assess the risk and damage to the infrastructure.

In addition to the damage to the water pipe, a possible damage to a nearby gas pipe was reported, which would also have been damaged by the water pressure.

The authorities recommend that the residents of Santa Cruz and drivers traveling along Carrera 52 and Calle 99, in Medellín, take alternate routes to avoid possible risks in the emergency zone.

News in development.

2024-11-10 22:32:00
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**Interview with Community Leader on ​Santa Cruz Flooding Incident**

**Interviewer:** Good evening, and thank​ you for joining us. We have the community ‍leader of Santa Cruz, Maria Jimenez, with us to discuss the recent flooding caused ‌by a broken water pipe. Maria, can⁣ you tell us what happened today?

**Maria Jimenez:** Thank you‍ for having me. Today, around‍ 3:20 PM, a ‌significant leak occurred in a 36-inch main aqueduct pipe at the intersection of Carrera 52 and Calle 99. This has led to substantial flooding in ‍the neighborhood, affecting mobility and causing damage to nearby homes and businesses.

**Interviewer:** That sounds devastating. What have been the immediate responses from local authorities and emergency services?

**Maria Jimenez:**⁢ The District Fire⁣ Department has been actively ​responding since the incident began. They’re working ‌to ​manage⁢ the ⁢flooding and ensure residents’‍ safety. Unfortunately, we had to evacuate some homes and businesses due to ⁣rising water levels, which posed a significant‍ risk. The community is coming together to support those affected.

**Interviewer:** Have you been able to assess ‌the ‍extent of the damage so far?

**Maria Jimenez:** It’s still an ongoing situation, but initial assessments indicate that several streets and ​avenues are ‍affected. We’re coordinating ‌with local authorities to ​provide assistance, and we may have to consider longer-term support for those whose⁤ properties ⁣were submerged.

**Interviewer:**⁣ What can residents do right now​ to ⁢stay safe and informed?

**Maria Jimenez:** I urge all residents to stay indoors if possible, avoid the flooded⁢ areas, and adhere to any instructions from emergency services. It’s ​important to stay ‌tuned to local news and updates so that we can collectively respond to this crisis.

**Interviewer:** Thank you, Maria,⁢ for your insights and your leadership⁣ during this challenging time.⁤ We wish the‍ community of Santa Cruz a​ speedy recovery.

**Maria Jimenez:** ⁤Thank you for having me. It’s crucial now more than ever to support each other in our community.