Germán Santamaría
Germán Santamaría is a Colombian journalist and chronicler known for his impactful reporting, particularly during significant national tragedies. He gained prominence for his coverage of the 1985 Armero tragedy, where a volcanic eruption led to devastating mudslides that buried the town, resulting in the loss of thousands of lives. His poignant narratives captured the human suffering and the failures of government response, making his work a critical piece of Colombia's journalistic history.
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Germán Santamaría is remembered for his experiences during the Armero tragedy.
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Colombia:
Germán Santamaría was a chronicler for EL TIEMPO who reported on the aftermath of the tragedy in Armero.
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