Devastating Floods in Bahia Blanca Leave 10 Dead and Over 1,000 Displaced
Unprecedented rainfall submerged the Argentine port city, destroying infrastructure and forcing evacuations of homes and hospitals.
- The city of Bahia Blanca, Argentina, received over 15 inches (400mm) of rain in just eight hours, an event described as 'unprecedented' by officials.
- At least 10 people have been confirmed dead, with the death toll expected to rise as rescue operations continue.
- More than 1,300 residents have been evacuated, including patients from the city's Jose Penna hospital, which was inundated by floodwaters.
- The government has allocated 10 billion pesos ($9.2 million) in emergency aid and deployed the military, coast guard, and local authorities for rescue and relief efforts.
- The floods destroyed roads, bridges, and homes, leaving parts of the city without power, while meteorological alerts warn of potential further storms.