(VOVworld) – Colombia’s President Juan Manuel Santos said Sunday that landslides in the town of Mocoa have left at least 210 people dead, 200 injured, and dozens still missing.

Colombian soldiers help victims from the areas affected by the landslide on April 1.  (Photo: EPA/VNA)

President Santos said severe weather has left nearly 85% of Putumayo province with no power or water. Five of 7 bridges in Mocoa have been damaged, making rescue efforts more difficult.

President Santos pledged to re-build houses and provide recovery aid of 6,500 USD per household.

2,000 rescue workers, soldiers, and police have joined the rescue effort. Colombia meteorological agency has warned that nearly 12 million Colombians are likely to experience flooding during the current rainy season.