In Buenos Aires province, severe flooding has resulted in at least 16 confirmed deaths and scores of missing persons, notably two young girls, Delfina and Pilar Hecker. A massive storm dropped over a year’s worth of rain in just eight hours, causing extensive damage to homes and infrastructure. Rescue efforts are ongoing as authorities evacuate affected residents. The national government is facing backlash due to the closure of the emergency management office prior to the flooding, raising important questions about disaster preparedness and response.
The area around Bahia Blanca has been destroyed following severe floods that resulted in 16 confirmed deaths and a significant number of missing persons.
The rainfall measured at 400mm in just eight hours outstripped the city’s past record, leading to massive flooding and destruction across the region.
Witnesses described a horrifying scene where vehicles and furniture were swept away by the floodwaters, highlighting the devastating impact of the storm.
The government faced criticism over the closure of the emergency directorate days before the flooding, raising concerns about disaster preparedness.
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