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Veracruz Floods Leave Neighborhoods Submerged as Bodies Are Recovered in Poza Rica

Public shelters are at capacity, reflecting a response still driven by civilian volunteers.

Overview

  • In Álamo, dozens of neighborhoods remain underwater with no electricity, running water, or phone and internet service more than two days after the overflow of the Río Cazones.
  • In Poza Rica, residents and volunteers continue to discover victims' bodies in mud, homes, and vehicles as they regain access to devastated areas.
  • Shelters administered by the Army and National Guard are operating at full capacity, while civilian brigades are the primary providers of food, water, and immediate aid.
  • The Veracruz government suspended classes for all levels from October 13 to 17 in 41 municipalities affected by the disaster.
  • Authorities reported 38 people not yet located as search and recovery operations continue in the hardest-hit communities.