Photo gallery: Tragedy strikes the capital of Putumayo

More than 1000 soldiers are helping with relief efforts.

Rescue efforts continue in the capital of the Putumayo department to find survivors of the powerful landslide that has killed at least 150 persons and injured 400. Many residents of Mocoa are still missing. Photo credits: Ejercito Nacional, Presidencia de la República.

Richard Emblin

Richard Emblin is the director of The City Paper.