Floods and landslides in Mexico claim 44 lives as storms Priscilla and Raymond Batter Five States

At least 44 people died in Mexico after tropical storms Priscilla and Raymond caused heavy rain, landslides and floods over 5 states, including Veracruz, Hidalgo, Puebla and Queretaro. President Sheinbaum said the National Emergency Committee coordinates rescue and assistance efforts. Members of the National Guard Transport residents along the Tulancingo Tenango road to Tulancingo to heavy rain in Hidalgo State, Mexico, on October 12, 2025. (Photo by Alfredo Estrella / AFP) at least 44 people died in Mexico after days of heavy rain and flood by tropical storms. The storms caused landslides and widespread floods over five states, which severely affected local communities. According to the government, Veracruz reported 18 deaths, Hidalgo 16, Puebla Nine and Queretaro One. The authorities have launched an emergency response plan that covers 139 affected towns. Government response and rescue efforts President Claudia Sheinbaum set out the coordinated response to the disaster and said on X: “We continue with attention to the emergency in Veracruz, Hidalgo, Puebla, Queretaro and San Luis Potosí, in coordination with the Governor and the Governor, as well as different federal authorities. sitting. ” The Mexican army shared images of continuing rescue operations, showing that people are evacuated by life raffles, houses inundated with mud, and rescue workers blowing through the deep floodwaters of the middle. Impact on communities The storms have destroyed towns and communities, which are stranded and urgently relieved. Emergency services work to evacuate vulnerable population groups and provide assistance immediately. Relief efforts authorities carefully monitor the situation and coordinate with local officials to ensure that timely assistance reaches all affected areas. Federal and state resources have been mobilized to support the recovery and provide humanitarian relief. (With Reuters inputs)