The Tragic Story of Omayra Sanchez A Reminder to Take Natural Disasters Seriously

In this emotional and heart-wrenching video, we share the tragic story of Omayra Sanchez, a young girl who lost her life in a natural disaster that could have been avoided. We take you back to November 1985, when a Colombian family living peacefully in the agricultural area of Armero faced a nightmare as a local volcano erupted and triggered violent mudflows that engulfed the town and killed thousands of its residents. Omayra&father and aunt were among the immediate casualties, but she herself miraculously survived. For 60 hours, rescue teams battled to free her, but ultimately failed due to a lack of resources and preparation. Omayra&story is a reminder that natural disasters must be taken seriously, and that adequate preparation and planning can save countless lives. Join us in honoring the memory of Omayra Sanchez by watching and sharing this important video.