COPECO Issues Yellow Alert for Sula Valley

The Permanent Contingency Commission (COPECO) has issued a yellow alert for nine communities in the Sula Valley and the Atlantic coast in Northern Honduras.

Commissioner Lisandro Rosales stated that due to the rains of the past 48 hours, there is a large amount of rain accumulation through these area of Honduras. Therefore, they have issued a yellow alert for the communities of San Manuel, Potrerillos, Pimienta, Villa Nueva, San Pedro Sula, and Choloma; as well as the Department of Cortez; also for El Progreso and the lowlands of El Negrito in the Department of Yoro.

The alert will be in place for the next 36 hours due to the growth of the Ulua river. Landslides are possible due to the saturated soil and river and stream overflows. Persons are advised not to attempt to cross any overflowing rivers, streams or creeks. Copeco recommends that people living in areas vulnerable to floods and landslides remain vigilant of the levels of the channels of rivers, streams and creeks, as well as the stability of slopes near their home.


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