Amid relentless torrential rains, Central America finds itself reeling from a devastating series of storms that have claimed the lives of at least 30 people across Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. The region faces an unfolding humanitarian crisis as each country grapples with significant casualties and widespread destruction.
In El Salvador, the toll stands at 19 deaths, including two minors tragically killed when a landslide buried their home in the Soyapango district, near the capital, San Salvador. The dire situation has prompted the urgent evacuation of more than 2,500 people to shelters, coordinated by Civil Protection under the leadership of director Luis Alonso Amaya.
Guatemala has reported 10 fatalities amidst the deluge, with over 350 people evacuated to shelters due to the storm's impact. The National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction (Conred) has documented extensive damage, including nearly 2,900 homes, 225 roads, and 27 schools affected by the devastating weather conditions.
In Honduras, the storms claimed one life, and more than 1,200 individuals have been evacuated as the country faces mounting challenges in managing the crisis. The Permanent Contingencies Committee, Copeco, is overseeing evacuation efforts and responding to the escalating emergency with heightened vigilance.
Throughout the affected regions, the torrential rainfall shows no signs of abating, exacerbating existing vulnerabilities and compounding the humanitarian and safety challenges faced by these nations. The relentless storms underscore the critical need for ongoing support and coordinated efforts to address immediate needs and long-term recovery efforts in the wake of this tragic natural disaster.
