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Microburst in Colombia: What Is it and why is it so dangerous?

Summary by groundreport.in
On Saturday, April 26, a powerful rain microburst hit the Aburrá Valley in Colombia, causing severe damage in San Antonio de Prado, a southern area of Medellín. The heavy rainfall triggered mudflows and landslides, forcing local authorities to declare an emergency. Weather Monitor (@WeatherMonitors) reported that the microburst, which occurs when thunderstorms send intense downdrafts of air, brought heavy rain and strong winds to a small area.  …
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groundreport.in broke the news in on Monday, April 28, 2025.
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