12 October 08:58
International
Hector Quintanar / AFP / Profimedia
Severe flooding in eastern and central Mexico has led to the death of at least 41 people, and 117 municipalities in Puebla, Hidalgo, Querétaro, and Veracruz are affected. President Claudia Sheinbaum has mobilized 10,000 military personnel to assist isolated communities. Intense rains have caused rivers to overflow, destroying homes and disrupting essential services. Meteorologists warn of unusual weather conditions, and authorities are monitoring tropical storms in the area.
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Ploile torenţiale din Mexic au provocat decesul a cel puţin 41 de persoane
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At least 37 dead as torrential rains trigger deadly floods across Mexico
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