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Short Storm Floods Mexicali Streets, Triggers Road Closures in Imperial Valley

Officials report limited damage following citywide cleanup.

Overview

  • Authorities measured 7.3 mm of rain in Mexicali, leading to ponding on main roads, fallen branches and temporary street closures without serious incidents or class suspensions.
  • Municipal public works crews carried out continuous drainage, debris removal and street sweeping, responding to reports across areas including Centro Cívico and Ejido Puebla.
  • State Civil Protection reported no significant power outages, noting only minor impacts in neighborhoods of the Benito Juárez, Michoacán de Ocampo and Morelos delegations.
  • Across the border, Imperial County Public Works closed Bowker Road, Evan Hewes Highway and McCabe Road due to flooding, downed poles and debris near El Centro, Heber and Niland.
  • Forecasters at SMN and NOAA put the chance of additional showers and thunderstorms at about 30% on Monday with warm temperatures, and local authorities urged residents to avoid flooded areas and use 072 or 911 for emergencies.