At least 27 people have died and others are missing, according to authorities, after floods in Mexico triggered landslides and swept away homes, vehicles and bridges. Heavy rainfall on Thursday and Friday caused rivers to burst their banks, with Hidalgo in east Mexico being one of the hardest-hit areas, reporting 16 deaths.
Thousands of houses have been damaged or destroyed as fast-running water careered down streets, carrying cars with it while highways were blocked with debris and electricity was cut off. Mexico's President, Claudia Sheinbaum, mentioned the deployment of 5,400 personnel to clear roads and provide aid to the affected communities.
In addition to the fatalities in Hidalgo, at least nine people have died in Puebla, with five others reported missing. Approximately 80,000 residents in Puebla are affected by the severe weather conditions. An additional two fatalities were reported in Veracruz. Eyewitnesses have described the overwhelming devastation as floodwaters reached heights of over six feet, inundating homes and businesses.
The government has mobilized additional naval troops to assist in evacuations and recovery efforts, as communities continue to grapple with the aftermath of the catastrophic flooding. Experts warn that the consequences of climate change may lead to more frequent and severe weather events in the region.
Thousands of houses have been damaged or destroyed as fast-running water careered down streets, carrying cars with it while highways were blocked with debris and electricity was cut off. Mexico's President, Claudia Sheinbaum, mentioned the deployment of 5,400 personnel to clear roads and provide aid to the affected communities.
In addition to the fatalities in Hidalgo, at least nine people have died in Puebla, with five others reported missing. Approximately 80,000 residents in Puebla are affected by the severe weather conditions. An additional two fatalities were reported in Veracruz. Eyewitnesses have described the overwhelming devastation as floodwaters reached heights of over six feet, inundating homes and businesses.
The government has mobilized additional naval troops to assist in evacuations and recovery efforts, as communities continue to grapple with the aftermath of the catastrophic flooding. Experts warn that the consequences of climate change may lead to more frequent and severe weather events in the region.
