Heavy Rain, Floods and Landslides in Mexico Kill at Least 37

Sat Oct 11 20:50:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Heavy rains triggered by remnants of Post-Tropical Cyclone Priscilla and Tropical Storm Raymond have caused widespread flooding and landslides across four Mexican states, resulting in at least 37 deaths. Thousands of homes and critical infrastructure have been damaged, leaving entire towns without power and communication. Rescue and recovery efforts are underway, with thousands of soldiers deployed to assist. More rain is expected, and the same weather system poses a flood risk to the southwestern United States.

**News Article:**

**Mexico Floods Claim at Least 37 Lives, Trigger Widespread Damage**

**MEXICO CITY** – Torrential rains and landslides have devastated communities across central Mexico this week, leaving at least 37 people dead and causing widespread destruction. The extreme weather, linked to the remnants of Post-Tropical Cyclone Priscilla and Tropical Storm Raymond, has overwhelmed infrastructure, damaged thousands of homes, and cut off entire towns.

The hardest-hit states include Hidalgo, where at least 22 people have died and eight remain missing, Puebla (9 deaths), Veracruz (5 deaths), and Querétaro (1 death). Landslides have buried homes, washed away roads, and caused catastrophic flooding.

“The government is working to support the population, open roads and restore electricity,” President Claudia Sheinbaum said.

More than 320,000 people have been affected by power outages, and over 600 miles of federal highways are impacted. Two bridges have also been damaged. Thousands of soldiers are involved in rescue and clearing operations, with the Navy deploying over 3,300 troops to assist with evacuations.

Hidalgo has been particularly impacted, with over 1,000 homes, 308 schools, and 59 hospitals damaged. Power has been cut off to 17 municipalities, leaving 90 communities isolated.

Forecasters warn that the heavy rain is expected to continue this weekend. The same weather system also poses a significant risk of flash flooding across desert regions of the American Southwest.

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