Children lost for 40 days after plane crash found alive.
The discovery of the children after 40 days was described by President Petro as a "magical day." They had been alone throughout this time and managed to survive against all odds, leaving an indelible mark in history
In a devastating plane crash in the Amazon jungle, four children, aged 13, 9, and two 4-year-olds, have been found alive after an astonishing 40 days. Tragically, their mother did not survive the crash. President Gustavo Petro of Colombia described their survival as that of "children of the jungle," and their incredible resilience will be remembered as a testament to their total survival.
President Petro expressed his joy for the entire country, stating that these children have become the children of Colombia. The children's grandmother, María Fátima Valencia, eagerly anticipated their reunion, expressing her gratitude and determination to support and encourage them in their future endeavors.
The tragic incident occurred on May 1st when their light aircraft crashed in the jungle, resulting in the loss of their mother and two pilots. A massive rescue operation, involving soldiers and local individuals, was launched to locate the missing children.
The discovery of the children after 40 days was described by President Petro as a "magical day." They had been alone throughout this time and managed to survive against all odds, leaving an indelible mark in history. The military and Indigenous community members who found them provided care and support, as depicted in a photograph shared by President Petro. It captured the rescuers attending to the children's needs, with one offering a bottle to the youngest child and another feeding another child from a mug with a spoon.
Colombia's Ministry of Defense released a video showing the children being airlifted by a helicopter from the dense jungle at night. They were transported to Bogota, the capital of Colombia, where they received immediate medical attention. Their grandfather had an emotional conversation with them and acknowledged that the "mother jungle" had returned them safely.
The children are now receiving further medical treatment in the hospitals of Bogota, and their miraculous survival has captivated the nation, symbolizing resilience and hope in the face of tragedy.
