The impact of last week’s catastrophic rains in central and eastern Mexico is severe, with Poza Rica reporting a death toll of 66 and 75 individuals still missing. Nearly 200 communities remain isolated, particularly in the mountainous region of Hidalgo, where persistent cloud cover has impeded rescue efforts. Streets in Poza Rica, an oil-producing city adjacent to the Gulf, are submerged under three feet of water and mud, compounded by six feet of accumulated debris and rubbish. Local resident Ana Luz Saucedo expressed concerns over health risks due to uncollected decomposing bodies near her home. The Mexican government attributes the disaster to multiple converging weather systems and acknowledges the need to enhance alert mechanisms and improve emergency protocols for future incidents. Military, naval, and civilian emergency teams, along with numerous volunteers, are actively engaged in rescue and recovery operations, clearing roadways, restoring electricity, and monitoring dams at full capacity. Community support has also emerged, with local women distributing clothing and homemade tamales to flood victims.
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