Alert on the Magdalena River: there are sections with low levels and a risk of saltwater intrusion; Ideam predicts a drop in flow rates of up to 60%.

The Magdalena River in Colombia is facing a critical environmental alert due to significantly low water levels. The Institute of Hydrology, Meteorology and Environmental Studies (Ideam) has projected a potential reduction in river flow of up to 60 percent, raising concerns regarding the risk of saline intrusion in affected areas.

As the country’s primary fluvial artery, the Magdalena River serves as a vital connection between the Caribbean Sea and the Colombian interior. The river is essential for the economic and logistical stability of hundreds of municipalities located along its banks, making the current decline in water levels a matter of significant regional concern.