Rescue workers in Mexico are currently engaged in efforts to locate at least 65 individuals who are reported missing following severe flooding that impacted 150 locations across five states. As of the latest government update, at least 64 residents have been confirmed deceased due to the disaster.
The flooding was triggered by two tropical storms, which led to landslides and caused rivers to overflow, resulting in the destruction of homes, roads, and vehicles. One resident, María Salas, 49, shared her experience of losing five family members when their home collapsed in Huauchinango, a mountainous town in Puebla state, stating that her own house was also swept away by a landslide, leaving her without personal belongings or a place to stay.
In response to the disaster, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has assured support for the affected areas. During her visit to a shelter in Huauchinango, she indicated that inspections of the damage would take place and reassured residents that assistance would be provided for rebuilding efforts for those whose homes were destroyed or rendered uninhabitable.
Currently, an estimated 100 small communities remain isolated as a result of damaged power supply and communication lines. The situation raises questions about the extent of the damage and the efficiency of response measures being implemented to support those impacted by the floods.
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