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Monsoon Rains Flood Mexico City Boroughs Under Yellow Alert

Emergency crews are responding to waterlogged intersections across thirteen boroughs.

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Overview

  • The SGIRPC activated a Yellow Alert on July 12 from 17:25 to 22:00 for thirteen Mexico City boroughs.
  • Forecasts predicted 15–29 mm of rain with possible hail and wind gusts exceeding 50 km/h.
  • Heavy showers inundated key junctions such as Av. Insurgentes and Algeciras in Benito Juárez and Sonido 13 at Av. Tláhuac.
  • Authorities mobilized C5 and traffic guidance teams to clear flooded streets and assist stranded motorists.
  • Residents were urged to clear drains, secure doors and windows, avoid crossing flooded avenues and monitor SGIRPC updates until 22:00.