In brief
Mexico is grappling with the aftermath of catastrophic flooding affecting 150 locations across five states due to torrential rains from two tropical storms. Rescue teams are actively searching for at least 65 missing individuals and providing support to those who have lost homes and loved ones. President Claudia Sheinbaum has pledged comprehensive assistance for recovery efforts.
Rescue workers in Mexico are searching for at least 65 people who are missing after torrential rains triggered flooding in 150 locations across five states.
At least 64 residents are confirmed dead, according to official figures updated by the government on Monday.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has promised help for the affected areas.
The heavy rains, caused by two tropical storms, triggered landslides and caused rivers to overflow, sweeping away entire homes as well as roads and cars.
María Salas, 49, lost five members of her family when their home collapsed in Huauchinango, a town in the mountains in the north of Puebla state.
She told Agence France Press: I can't get my belongings, I can't sleep there. I have nothing. The town is one of the few accessible within the disaster zone.
President Sheinbaum, visiting a shelter in Huauchinango, assured residents that help would be provided to rebuild their homes.
An estimated 100 small communities remain cut off as the flooding has damaged power supplies and communication lines.
