Diana Montoya Sierra
Environmental journalist tracking climate change impacts, deforestation regulations, and renewable energy transitions.
Major Wildfire Threatens Historic Colonial Town of Villa de Leyva as Dry Season Strains Colombian Emergency Crews
A fast-moving forest fire in the hills surrounding the historic colonial town of Villa de Leyva has triggered emergency evacuations and international disaster alerts in Colombia.
Wildfires Encircle Quito as Drought Conditions Force Evacuations and Red Alert in Ecuador
Aggressive wildfires driven by record drought and high winds have breached the perimeter of Quito, prompting mass evacuations and emergency firefighting deployments.
Puerto Rico Suspends Carraízo Water Rationing After Reservoir Levels Improve
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González has announced a temporary suspension of water rationing for customers supplied by the Carraízo Reservoir after improved reservoir levels.
Bombing on Colombia Panamerican Highway Kills 20 in Cauca
At least 20 dead and 36 injured after an explosive device was detonated on a bus on the Pan-American Highway in Cajibío, Cauca; the government blames the attack on FARC dissidents.
Shooter Kills Tourist at Teotihuacan, Leaves 13 Injured
A gunman killed a Canadian tourist and injured 13 people at the Teotihuacan pyramids on April 20, 2026, triggering a security protocol review with the FIFA World Cup less than two months away.
Ecuador Intensifies Anti-Drug Fight with US and Colombia
Ecuador intensifies its fight against drug trafficking with US and Colombia support, reporting a 15% reduction in homicides but persistent violence in trafficking ports.