44 Dead, 27 Missing in Mexico Due to Natural Disasters

At least 44 people have died and 27 remain missing in Mexico following days of heavy rainfall, flooding, and landslides triggered by tropical storms Priscilla and Raymond. The death toll may rise, according to the country’s National Disaster Response Agency.

In a statement released on Sunday, officials reported that five states were severely affected by the storms and flooding between October 6 and 9. The worst-hit state was Veracruz, where 18 bodies were recovered.

In addition, 16 people died in the state of Hidalgo, nine in Puebla, and one in Querétaro.

According to the meteorological department, Veracruz alone received over 540 millimeters (more than 21 inches) of rain during the three-day period. Although rainfall began to ease after October 9, significant damage had already occurred.

National disaster response teams and the military have been deployed for rescue operations. Torrential rain caused widespread landslides, while strong winds uprooted trees and power lines, leading to severe property damage.

Government data shows that around 16,000 homes were destroyed in 55 cities across Mexico. More than 320,000 people remain without electricity.

President Claudia Sheinbaum posted on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), saying, “Rescue and relief operations have been launched nationwide with coordination between federal and state authorities. Every affected citizen will be assisted — no one will be left behind.