Historic Flooding in Argentina Leaves 13 Dead in Bahia Blanca

The port city received a year's worth of rain in just eight hours, displacing hundreds and highlighting the impact of climate change.

Bahia Blanca, a city of 350,000 residents, experienced 400 millimeters of rainfall in eight hours, equivalent to its annual average.
At least 13 people have died, with 11 victims identified, and two young sisters, aged one and four, remain missing after being swept away by floodwaters.
The unprecedented storm has left 850 people evacuated, widespread power outages affecting 120,000 users, and the city's airport closed until further notice.
Local and national authorities have declared the situation a result of extreme weather linked to climate change, with experts calling for improved urban planning and early warning systems.
Emergency measures include a government allocation of 10 billion pesos for relief efforts, with additional aid such as food, water, and rescue equipment being deployed to the region.