Problems at Colombian Dam, Plagued by Landslides, Force Thousands to Evacuate
At a Glance A dam under construction in Colombia has caused big problems for thousands who live downstream.Mudslides caused plugged water-release tunnels, sending water levels up and leading to evacuations.Locals now worry daily about what could happen if additional mudslides compromise the dam's structural integrity. A hydroelectric dam project in Colombia has nearly triggered a disaster during the construction phase thanks to a series of landslides that has forced tens of thousands to flee their homes downstream. Located along the...