The death toll from the storm in Bahia Blanca, Argentina, has risen to 15, with fears it may increase. Local authorities report over 1,450 evacuations and advise residents to stay indoors. The storm is noted as the most intense in the city’s history, breaking previous rainfall records.
The intense storm that affected the southern Argentine port city of Bahia Blanca has resulted in a rising death toll, now confirmed at 15 victims, according to local authorities. On Sunday, Mayor Federico Susbielles warned that the final count of fatalities might increase due to the severity of the storm affecting the area.
In response to the crisis, all activities in the city have been suspended, and residents have been advised to remain indoors for their safety. Furthermore, approximately 1,450 individuals have been evacuated, with an additional 100 people reported as missing.
The Argentine government has mobilized a coordinated emergency response involving both defense and security ministries, alongside the provincial authorities of Buenos Aires. The storm has been characterized as the strongest in the city’s recorded history, surpassing the rainfall levels previously established in March 1933, as noted by official data.
The catastrophic storm in Bahia Blanca has resulted in at least 15 confirmed deaths, with the potential for that number to rise. The local government has undertaken significant evacuation efforts and suspended activities to ensure the safety of residents, who are advised to remain at home. This storm marks a historic weather event for the city, having broken long-standing rainfall records.
Original Source: en.apa.az
