Catastrophic Flooding in Argentina Leaves at Least 16 Dead

Bahía Blanca devastated by unprecedented rainfall, displacing thousands and causing widespread damage.

Bahía Blanca experienced 210 millimeters of rain in 24 hours, equivalent to one-third of its annual average rainfall, leading to severe flooding.
At least 16 people have died, with ongoing searches for missing individuals, including two young girls swept away by the waters.
Over 1,200 residents were evacuated as streets, homes, and hospitals were inundated; the city's main hospital was forced to relocate patients.
The Argentine government allocated 10 billion pesos (approximately 8.6 million euros) in emergency aid and deployed police and soldiers for rescue operations.
Officials and experts have linked the unprecedented rainfall to climate change, emphasizing the need for better urban preparation and early warning systems.