June 22nd 2024.
The current rainy season in Central America has been devastating, with reports of at least 30 casualties in the three countries of El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. According to the authorities of these countries, heavy rainfall has been the cause of these tragic deaths.
Luis Alonso Amaya, director of El Salvador's national civil protection system, shared with local media that out of the 19 fatalities, two were minors. These young lives were lost when their home in the Soyapango district in San Salvador was buried under the heavy downpour. Xinhua news agency also reported Amaya's statement on the damage caused by the rains, which includes over 1,500 incidents, 706 fallen trees, 521 blocked roads, and 2,582 people who had to be evacuated for safety.
In neighboring Guatemala, the situation is no less dire. The National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction has confirmed ten deaths, five injuries, and 376 people seeking shelter due to the heavy rains. The official numbers also reveal that 239 roads and 27 schools have been affected, along with 3,245 homes that have sustained varying degrees of damage.
The risk and contingency management secretariat of Honduras has also been keeping track of the situation, reporting one fatality and over 6,000 people affected by the continuous rainfall. Nearly 1,000 individuals had to be evacuated to safer areas.
Experts have noted that the unrelenting rainfall in Central America this week is due to the presence of multiple low-pressure systems in the region. As the downpour continues, the authorities urge everyone to prioritize safety and follow any evacuation orders issued for their protection. Let us all hope for the rains to subside soon, and for the affected communities to receive the necessary aid and support during this difficult time.
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