Mexico continues to grapple with the severe weather conditions brought by Tropical Storm Alberto, with the latest reports indicating a tragic toll in the state of Nuevo León. Seven individuals have lost their lives due to the storm’s impact, which has caused widespread flooding, landslides, and power outages. Among the deceased are a 15-year-old boy who drowned while trying to retrieve a ball from a river and two 12-year-old boys who were electrocuted while riding their bicycles. Governor Samuel García has suspended various activities to protect the population and is ensuring that hospitals and shelters remain operational .In addition to Nuevo León, heavy rainfall has led to floods and landslides in Puebla, Oaxaca, and San Luis Potosí. The National Water Commission (Conagua) has warned of a new tropical cyclone, ‘Beryl’, which could further exacerbate the situation. The Guayalejo River in Llera, Tamaulipas, has overflowed, affecting over 2,500 people and prompting evacuations .The mayor of Santiago, Nuevo León, David de la Peña, has requested an emergency declaration due to the damage caused by Alberto, which has left significant damage to bridges, roads, and infrastructure in the region . Tamaulipas is also experiencing heavy rainfall, with the Tamaulipas Plan and the State Guard providing support to citizens and ensuring zero casualties .Mexico City has issued an orange alert for rain in five municipalities, with the National Meteorological Service (SMN) monitoring the situation closely. The SMN has issued alerts for other states, including Tamaulipas, Campeche, Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, Puebla, San Luis Potosí, Tabasco, and Yucatán, due to a low-pressure system with a high probability of cyclonic development.
Key points
- Nuevo León faces tragic fatalities including children due to Tropical Storm Alberto.
- Several Mexican states are experiencing severe flooding and landslides, with Puebla, Oaxaca, and San Luis Potosí being notably affected.
- The mayor of Santiago, Nuevo León, calls for emergency declarations due to extensive damage.
- Tamaulipas activates the DN-III-E plan for humanitarian aid as floods affect thousands.
- Mexico City issues an orange alert due to heavy rainfall and potential flooding.
