NewzBogotá has not declared a state of emergency regarding the El Niño phenomenon, prompting warnings from city council members and congressmen of the Pacto Histórico regarding a perceived lack of action and coordination. The situation has raised concerns over potential risks for the city's eight million residents.
The warnings come amid a backdrop of high anxiety surrounding the severe consequences of El Niño, which have already prompted mobilization by other authorities across the country. Critics highlight that the absence of a formal emergency declaration in the capital leaves the population vulnerable to the ongoing environmental challenges.
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