Medellín, Colombia—Flash flooding in the city claimed two lives on Friday after rising waters swept two vehicles into the current. The incident occurred during an intense morning storm that overwhelmed local drainage systems.

Witnesses watched as the rapidly moving water pushed the vehicles down a flooded street. Rescue teams were deployed to the area, but the force of the current prevented immediate intervention.

Authorities recovered the two bodies from the submerged vehicles hours later. Both victims were trapped inside as the water rose and pulled the transport downstream.

Local infrastructure struggled to manage the volume of water from the sudden downpour. Several neighborhoods reported flooded ground floors and stalled traffic throughout the morning.

Emergency services have received dozens of calls regarding structural damage and blocked routes across the city. Specialized teams are working to clear debris from drainage channels to prevent further overflow.

The city’s disaster risk management office issued a public alert as more rain is expected over the weekend. They have warned residents to avoid areas near creeks and low-lying transit corridors.

Recovery efforts for the remaining debris trapped in the flood zone are currently underway. The city is assessing the total impact on both personal property and the municipal road network.

Officials have not yet provided details on the victims beyond confirming they were found in the swept-away vehicles. The investigation into the incident will focus on the failure of specific drainage points.