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Mexico City Commits 900 Million Pesos to Flood Works as Crews Press Recovery in Nezahualcóyotl

Officials are shifting from emergency pumping to longer‑term drainage upgrades following the heaviest Mexico City rains in 34 years.

Overview

  • Authorities report more than 10,000 families affected across the Valley of Mexico, including at least 2,000 in Mexico City and about 8,000 in Nezahualcóyotl.
  • CONAGUA says 53 pumping units and 20 water trucks are operating, cutting affected streets in Nezahualcóyotl from 112 to 29 and remaining on site until water is fully cleared.
  • Mexico City announced an additional 900 million pesos for hydraulic projects and direct aid, adding to over 2,200 million already invested and 65 million in direct support this rainy season.
  • Relief operations include 16 command centers, distribution of roughly 14,000 food rations, and on‑site medical services, with cleanup and disinfection underway.
  • An initial State of Mexico assessment cites damage to 110 streets, more than 1,000 homes, and 10 schools in Nezahualcóyotl, where classes will continue online next week during recovery.