Overview

• Conagua has removed 35,230 tons of debris from Valle de México’s drainage network this year, targeting pumping stations, canals and tunnels to ensure free water flow
• Guadalajara officials cleared nearly 600 tons of trash in July—a 42% jump that set a new monthly record as monsoon rains swept debris into urban waterways
• Recovered waste in Guadalajara included tires, furniture, animal carcasses and even abandoned automobiles, highlighting ongoing flood and health hazards
• Conagua is tracking a Pacific low-pressure area with a 70% chance of developing into a tropical cyclone within 48 hours and has issued heavy rain warnings
• Federal and municipal agencies are urging residents to use bulky waste collection services or call hotlines for proper disposal to prevent sewer and canal blockages