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Mexico Confirms 70 Dead, 72 Missing After Torrential Rains

Authorities are pivoting to damage assessments and reconstruction planning, with isolation still slowing aid.

Overview

  • Transport officials report 108 municipalities affected and 160 localities still cut off, with the largest isolation in Hidalgo and continued setbacks in Querétaro after new landslides.
  • The federal housing census has logged 26,311 dwellings across 58 municipalities, supported by 15 field camps for data teams working in hard‑to‑reach areas.
  • Education authorities count 821 damaged schools and about 700,000 students affected, with all schools insured and temporary online classes planned where needed.
  • The CFE says 93% of electricity service is restored, though about 19,700 users remain without power as emergency generators are airlifted in and 13,000 free SIM cards are distributed to aid communications.
  • Economic risk analyses warn up to $109.1 billion in exports could be exposed, while states such as Querétaro seek federal funds to repair municipal roads and relocate vulnerable communities.