Corpoguajira, through the Early Warning System office, informs emergency authorities that heavy rains will occur over the next few days, Therefore, the possibility of electrical storms in the vicinity of the Serranía del Perijá and Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is not ruled out.. Additionally, the probability of sudden floods in the rivers that descend from these mountain systems is very high., as well as the occurrence of landslides, gales and floods.

Corpoguajira recommends having special and permanent surveillance of the rivers (Tapias, Sherry, Reeds, Width, Palomino and Villanueva). The highest environmental authority calls on the Councils (Departmental and Municipal) for Disaster Prevention and Attention and to the community in general, to adopt preventive measures that contribute to preventing emergencies that may arise in their jurisdiction.

Corpoguajira makes the following specific recommendations:

-Keep Calm emergency in all circumstances.

-Motorists should take extra security measures, especially circular low beam headlights on and wear a seat belt at all times.

-If the storm surprises in an open area lying on the floor, fetal position.

-No cross rivers submit growing, either canoes, swimming or animal traction transport.

-Ensure provision of basic elements for appropriate response in case of an emergency (kit, drinking water, nonperishable food, lantern, radio with battery).

-Maintain ongoing monitoring of rivers

-Move to higher ground

– Steer clear of sites easily slip.

-To notify the authorities of any emergency occurring: 7274693, 310-2610228, 132 RED CROSS 7273353-144 CIVIL DEFENSE 119, FIREFIGHTERS 3176682497, DISASTER PREVENTION AND CARE 7286120, REGULATOR EMERGENCY CENTER.