Summary
Heavy rainfall from two tropical storms in central and southeastern Mexico has caused flooding and landslides, resulting in at least 44 deaths. Around 320,000 people experienced power outages, and thousands of homes were damaged. Rescue operations are ongoing with military support.
Key Facts
- Flooding in Mexico has resulted in at least 44 deaths.
- Five states, including Veracruz and Puebla, are affected.
- 18 people died in Veracruz, 16 in Hidalgo, 9 in Puebla, and 1 in Queretaro.
- Approximately 320,000 people have faced power outages.
- At least 16,000 homes have been damaged.
- The Mexican military is helping with rescue and aid efforts.
- Heavy rains this year are partly due to remnants of Hurricane Priscilla and Tropical Rainstorm Raymond.
- Floods and landslides are ongoing concerns with more bad weather expected.
