Mexico has been hit by heavy rain in recent days, with 31 out of the country’s 32 states experiencing intense rainfall. The capital, Mexico City, has set a record for the heaviest rainfall this year, causing power outages in several cities. The downpour has also led to flooding and landslides, resulting in the unfortunate loss of 41 lives and leaving 27 people missing. The government has deployed thousands of troops for rescue operations and is working tirelessly to repair damaged infrastructure.
The Mexican government reported on Saturday (October 11) that the death toll from the rain disaster continues to rise, with 41 people having lost their lives so far. The central Hidalgo State has been the hardest hit, with at least 22 fatalities, thousands of homes damaged, and 90 community roads cut off, making it difficult for rescue teams to access the affected areas. The neighboring Puebla State has reported 9 casualties, affecting around 80,000 residents due to the extreme weather conditions.
President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, posted on social media platform X, stating, “We are doing everything we can to assist the people, repairing roads, and restoring electricity.”
She added that at least 6,700 soldiers have been dispatched for relief efforts, using boats, planes, and helicopters for search and rescue missions, and deploying over 5,400 troops to distribute supplies. Authorities have set up shelters to accommodate displaced victims who have lost their homes.
The disaster is primarily caused by tropical storms Priscilla and Raymond, which brought several days of continuous heavy rainfall affecting most parts of Mexico. Meteorologists predict more rain in the coming days.