In brief
In a catastrophic turn of events, Bahía Blanca, Argentina has been inundated with severe flooding, prompting the evacuation of over 1,200 residents and resulting in at least 13 fatalities.
Despite average rainfall of 1,200mm annually, residents faced a staggering 400mm (15.7 inches) of rain in just one day on Friday, causing chaos throughout the coastal city. Roads and bridges succumbed to the deluge, with reports of submerged vehicles littering the landscape as floodwaters surged. Many neighborhoods remain without power, exacerbating the devastation and leaving families struggling to find safe refuge. The urgent need for assistance and recovery efforts is evident as the community grapples with the aftermath of this natural disaster, ensuring that they can rebuild and recover from the calamity that has struck their home.
