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The emergency in the Santa Cruz neighborhood of Medellín continues to leave serious consequences. According to the latest report from Mayor Federico Gutiérrez, 211 families have been directly affected, which is equivalent to about 700 people, including children, adults and the elderly. Local authorities continue working to offer immediate solutions to those affected by the serious flooding that affected this area of the city.
Floods in Santa Cruz: devastated families and government response
Mayor Gutiérrez highlighted that all affected people have already been counted and work is being done to address their basic needs. “The census includes 211 affected families, which represents close to 700 people. “We are working to solve this crisis in the best possible way,” said the local president.
The Santa Cruz neighborhood has been one of the hardest hit by the natural disaster, and many residents have lost everything they had due to the intense rains and flooding that affected the area. As a preventive measure and to avoid further tragedies, the electricity and gas service was suspended by EPM (Empresas Públicas de Medellín), which is working on the repair and mitigation of the damage.
EPM, in charge of public services infrastructure, is already working on the necessary repairs. According to the mayor, these works are complex and will take considerable time. However, the goal is to safely restore services to the affected population. In addition, the District of Medellín continues to lead the emergency with different support teams, seeking to guarantee that families receive the necessary help to overcome this crisis.
The flood has left many families homeless and without basic resources. Mayor Gutiérrez assured that actions are being coordinated with different entities to offer assistance in terms of shelter, food and medical care to those affected. Despite the efforts, the magnitude of the emergency requires a constant and rapid response to guarantee the safety of the inhabitants of Santa Cruz.
The situation remains delicate and local authorities are evaluating how to provide effective solutions to the victims of this emergency. The priority is to address the immediate needs of affected families, as well as develop long-term plans for the reconstruction of damaged homes.
Our people of Santa Cruz need us.
Medellín has always been supportive and will continue to be so. pic.twitter.com/QVtlBHoEHg— Fico Gutiérrez (@FicoGutierrez) November 11, 2024
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**Interview with Mayor Federico Gutiérrez on Santa Cruz Flooding Crisis**
**Editor**: Mayor Gutiérrez, thank you for joining us today. We’ve heard that the number of families affected by the flooding in Santa Cruz has reached 211. Can you give us a detailed overview of the situation?
**Mayor Gutiérrez**: Thank you for having me. Yes, the situation in Santa Cruz is indeed dire. As of now, we have confirmed that 211 families, which translates to approximately 700 individuals, have been directly impacted by the recent flooding. This includes children, adults, and the elderly who have all lost much of their belongings due to the intense rains.
**Editor**: What immediate steps are being taken to support these families during this crisis?
**Mayor Gutiérrez**: Our priority has been to assess the needs of the affected families comprehensively. We have implemented a census to ensure we know exactly how many people require assistance. Thankfully, we have mobilized teams to address basic needs such as food, shelter, and medical care. Our goal is to provide immediate relief while we develop longer-term solutions.
**Editor**: The flooding has raised concerns regarding public services. Can you elaborate on the measures being taken regarding electricity and gas services in the area?
**Mayor Gutiérrez**: Absolutely. In light of the disaster, EPM (Empresas Públicas de Medellín) made the critical decision to suspend electricity and gas services in the area to prevent any further tragedies. This is a precautionary measure while they work on assessing the damage and implementing necessary repairs. We recognize that these repairs will take time, but our aim is to ensure the safe restoration of services for the affected population.
**Editor**: Moving forward, what long-term strategies are being discussed to prevent such disasters in the future?
**Mayor Gutiérrez**: We are actively working on improving our city’s infrastructure to better handle heavy rainfall and flooding. This includes enhancing drainage systems and implementing early warning systems for communities at risk. We also plan to engage with local residents to educate them on emergency preparedness, ensuring that they know how to protect themselves and their property in the event of future natural disasters.
**Editor**: Thank you for your insights, Mayor Gutiérrez. Our thoughts are with the families affected, and we hope for a swift recovery for the Santa Cruz neighborhood.
**Mayor Gutiérrez**: Thank you. We’re committed to doing everything we can to support our residents during this challenging time.
