Mexico Floods: Death Toll Rises to 41
Severe storms and floods in central and southeastern Mexico have resulted in at least 41 deaths and 27 people missing, according to authorities.
The floods have left a trail of destruction, with many villages remaining cut off. Aid workers are struggling to reach these areas, despite the deployment of around 10,000 soldiers who are using boats, helicopters, and excavators to clear roads, rescue stranded residents, and deliver food to affected communities.
Meteorologists have warned of further rainfall in the coming days, increasing the risk of additional landslides due to the already saturated soil. The eastern and central states of Veracruz, Hidalgo, Puebla, Querétaro, and San Luis Potosí are among the hardest-hit areas.
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Author's summary: Mexico floods claim 41 lives, dozens missing.