Catastrophic Flooding in Argentina Leaves 16 Dead and Over 100 Missing

Bahía Blanca, a port city 600 km south of Buenos Aires, was devastated by unprecedented rainfall equivalent to a year’s worth in just hours.

The city of Bahía Blanca experienced 400 millimeters of rain in less than eight hours, causing record-breaking floods and widespread destruction.
At least 16 people have died, with many of the victims being elderly residents in care facilities, and over 100 individuals remain missing.
Two young sisters, aged one and five, were swept away by the rising waters, a tragedy that has deeply impacted the nation; search efforts are ongoing.
The Argentine government, led by President Javier Milei, has declared three days of national mourning and allocated emergency resources to aid recovery efforts.
The disaster has been cited as a clear example of the impact of climate change, with experts calling for improved urban planning and early warning systems to mitigate future risks.