Mexico floods leave at least 41 dead, dozens missing

Mexico Floods Leave Dozens Dead and Missing

The death toll from floods in central and southeastern Mexico has risen to 41, with dozens of people still missing.

Severe storms and floods have caused destruction across Mexico, leaving at least 41 people dead and 27 more missing, according to authorities.

Around 10,000 soldiers have been deployed to clear roads, rescue stranded residents, and deliver food to affected communities using boats, helicopters, and excavators.

Many villages remain cut off, and aid workers are struggling to reach them. Meteorologists warn that further rainfall is expected, increasing the risk of additional landslides.

The hardest-hit areas are in the eastern and central states of Veracruz, Hidalgo, Puebla, Querétaro, and San Luis Potosí.

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Author's summary: Mexico floods kill 41, dozens missing amid severe storms.

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Illawarra Mercury Illawarra Mercury — 2025-10-12