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See - Sada Elbalad
18-05-2025
- Climate
- See - Sada Elbalad
4 Missing, Thousands Evacuated as Floods Sweep Argentina
Israa Farhan Severe flooding across parts of Argentina has left four people missing and forced the evacuation of thousands, following three days of relentless rainfall that submerged entire communities. According to the National Emergency Agency, at least 3,700 people were evacuated from their homes in the Buenos Aires region alone. While no fatalities have been officially reported, authorities remain concerned about the ongoing risk to life and infrastructure as floodwaters continue to rise. Local Security Minister Javier Alonso confirmed the extensive damage, noting that entire areas were inundated, with emergency teams working around the clock to assist affected families. Heavy rains have overwhelmed drainage systems, causing roads and farmlands to disappear beneath the water. Several school buses were caught in the flooding, according to local outlet Infobae. In a dramatic rescue, helicopters were deployed to save 37 children and four teachers who were stranded for nearly 20 hours after being surrounded by rising floodwaters. National television channel TN reported similar scenes of emergency rescues, as helicopters and boats were dispatched to hard-hit rural areas. Authorities have urged residents in vulnerable zones to evacuate early and remain alert to further rainfall warnings issued by meteorological services. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
Khaleej Times
11-03-2025
- Climate
- Khaleej Times
UAE expresses condolences to Argentina over deaths in heavy rains, floods
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Argentina, which has been hit by heavy rains that have killed and injured a number of people and caused extensive damage in southwestern Argentina. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation expressed its sincere condolences to the Argentine government and people and to the families of the victims, wishing a speedy recovery to all those injured. At least 13 people have died after relentless heavy rains battered the coastal city of Bahia Blanca in southwestern Argentina, triggering severe flooding and widespread destruction. Local media reported that two young girls, aged four and one, are missing and feared to have been swept away by floodwaters following the storm on March 7. The torrential downpour inundated hospital rooms, submerged entire neighbourhoods, and left large parts of the city without electricity. Argentina's National Security Minister Patricia Bullrich described Bahia Blanca as "destroyed." Authorities fear the death toll could rise further, with the mayor's office warning that more casualties remain possible in the city, located 600 kilometres southwest of Buenos Aires. The deluge, which began on Friday morning, unleashed more than 400 millimetres (15.7 inches) of rain in just eight hours — nearly equivalent to Bahia Blanca's average annual rainfall—according to provincial security minister Javier Alonso. On March 8, the number of evacuees had dropped to 850 from a peak of 1,321, as emergency crews worked to assess the full extent of the devastation. Bahia Blanca has endured previous weather-related disasters, including a 2023 storm that also claimed 13 lives, caused the collapse of homes, and inflicted widespread damage on the city's infrastructure.
Al Jazeera
10-03-2025
- Climate
- Al Jazeera
Argentina mourns 16 killed in floods
Argentina's President Javier Milei has declared a period of mourning after a flash flood in the port city of Bahia Blanca killed at least 16 people, with more still missing. The president's office announced late on Sunday that the country would mark three days of national mourning over the tragedy, which came after heavy rains lashed the port city of Bahia Blanca. The statement did not say when the mourning period would begin. 'All areas of the national government will remain dedicated… to assisting the victims in this moment of sorrow for all Argentines,' the presidency announced. The deadly floods struck on Friday when a year's worth of rain, estimated to be 260 millimeters (10 inches), fell in a matter of hours in and around Bahia Blanca, a major port city south of Buenos Aires. The Minister of Security of the Province of Buenos Aires Javier Alonso confirmed that two girls, aged one and five, were swept away in the torrent on Sunday and were among the victims. In a post on X, he said 'there are 16 confirmed deaths, but there are likely to be more' as search efforts continue. The storm left much of the surrounding coastal area without power. Economy Minister Luis Caputo said on X that the government had authorised 10 billion pesos ($9.2m) of financial aid for Bahia Blanca, home to 300,000 residents.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Argentina declares three-day mourning as flood death toll rises to 16
Argentina declared three days of national mourning following flash floods that claimed 16 lives in Bahia Blanca, where a year's rain fell within hours, inundating neighborhoods. Two young girls, aged one and five, were tragically swept away in the disaster. Argentina announced three days of national mourning late Sunday after authorities raised the death toll from recent flash flooding to 16, with more still missing. The deadly floods struck Friday when a year's worth of rain fell in a matter of hours in and around Bahia Blanca, a major port city located in the south of Buenos Aires province, with entire neighborhoods inundated by the fast-rising waters. The Latin American nation has been particularly shaken by tragic reports of two girls, aged one and five, being swept away in the torrent. Provincial security minister Javier Alonso confirmed their disappearance Sunday, saying the sisters had climbed onto the roof of a van with their mother to escape the rising waters when a surge ripped them away. Their mother was rescued. Divers were continuing to search the area, where more than a meter of water remained, Alonso told the Radio Mitre outlet. Bahia Blanca Mayor Federico Susbielles, meanwhile, told a press conference that the flooding had caused $400 million in infrastructure damage. Later, in a post on X, he said "there are 16 confirmed deaths, but there are likely to be more" as search efforts continue. The storm left much of the surrounding coastal area without power. At one point, city officials in Bahia Blanco suspended electricity due to the huge amount of water in the streets. Read more on FRANCE 24 EnglishRead also:Several killed as Cyclone Garance slams into France's Reunion IslandJanuary sets 'surprising' heat record, defying La Nina cooling expectations
Arab News
10-03-2025
- Climate
- Arab News
Argentina declares national mourning as flood death toll hits 16
BAHIA BLANCA, Argentina: Argentina announced three days of national mourning late Sunday after authorities raised the death toll from recent flash flooding to 16, with more still deadly floods struck Friday when a year's worth of rain fell in a matter of hours in and around Bahia Blanca, a major port city located in the south of Buenos Aires province, with entire neighborhoods inundated by the fast-rising Latin American nation has been particularly shaken by tragic reports of two girls, aged one and five, being swept away in the security minister Javier Alonso confirmed their disappearance Sunday, saying the sisters had climbed onto the roof of a van with their mother to escape the rising waters when a surge ripped them away. Their mother was were continuing to search the area, where more than a meter of water remained, Alonso told the Radio Mitre Blanca Mayor Federico Susbielles, meanwhile, told a press conference that the flooding had caused $400 million in infrastructure in a post on X, he said 'there are 16 confirmed deaths, but there are likely to be more' as search efforts storm left much of the surrounding coastal area without power. At one point, city officials in Bahia Blanco suspended electricity due to the huge amount of water in the President Javier Milei 'will declare three days of national mourning' for the deaths, his office said late Sunday, without specifying when the period would begin.'All areas of the national government will remain dedicated... to assisting the victims in this moment of sorrow for all Argentines,' the presidency said in a government has authorized emergency reconstruction aid of 10 billion pesos ($9.2 million at the official exchange rate).Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi offered his condolences on Instagram to the victims' families'Much strength to all those who are having a rough time in this difficult moment,' he official Andrea Dufourg said this weekend that the extreme weather event 'is a clear example of climate change.''Unfortunately this will continue to take place... we have no other option than to prepare cities, educate citizens, establish effective early warning systems,' said Dufourg, who is director of environmental policy for the city of Ituzaingo outside Buenos Blanca has suffered past weather-related disasters, including a storm in December 2023 that claimed 13 lives. It caused houses to collapse and provoked widespread infrastructure damage.
