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Heavy Rains Cause Devastation in Bahia Blanca
Massive Flooding and Casualties
Heavy rains in Bahia Blanca, a major port city in Argentina, resulted in at least 10 fatalities and significant flooding on Friday. More than 260 millimeters (10 inches) of rain fell within a few hours, causing severe damage to infrastructure, including bridges and roads. Authorities have warned that the death toll could rise.
Emergency Response and Evacuations
Municipal teams, along with the provincial government, the navy, and the Argentine army, have been deployed to provide assistance. The flooding forced evacuations from homes and health centers, with distressing scenes of mothers fleeing a hospital with their newborns circulating on social media.
Government Actions and Support
Security Minister Patricia Bullrich and Defense Minister Luis Petri visited the affected areas, overseeing military rescue operations. President Javier Milei canceled scheduled activities in Mendoza province, though it remains unclear if he will travel to Bahia Blanca. Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced a financial aid package of 10 billion pesos ($9.2 million) to assist the city’s 300,000 residents in recovery efforts.