Heavy rains across Colombia and Mexico have caused widespread flooding, road closures, and emergency situations. In Colombia, the Transversal del Sisga, an alternate route to the eastern plains, remains closed due to flooding and the opening of the Chivor dam, which has reached its maximum level. Additionally, seven municipalities in Córdoba are on alert as the Urrá reservoir approaches its maximum capacity. Landslides have caused further disruptions, including a rockfall near the Machetá toll area leading to a complete road closure. The governor of Cundinamarca, Jorge Emilio Rey, reported severe impacts in the eastern province corridor, especially in the municipality of Machetá. Emergency meetings between Asocapitales and the Colombian government have taken place to allocate resources, but the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD) has indicated insufficient funds. In Mexico, intense rains have led to significant flooding in several regions, including the Iztapalapa borough and Calzada Ignacio Zaragoza in Mexico City, as well as in Nogales, Sonora, and Zapopan, Jalisco. Floodwaters have damaged vehicles and infrastructure, with authorities warning of continued heavy rains and strong winds. Meteorologists forecast temperatures in Mexico City ranging from 12°C to 26°C with strong winds of up to 40 km/h and ongoing heavy rainfall expected.
Jorge Emilio Rey, gobernador de Cundinamarca, habló en Noticias Caracol y entregó un balance de las emergencias por lluvias en las últimas horas en el departamento: "Lo que tenemos es afectaciones graves en el corredor de la provincia de oriente, especialmente en el municipio de https://t.co/VrR0TNQ5LG
Es compleja la situación en la transversal del Sisga por cuenta de las lluvias. Vehículos no han podido pasar debido a la pérdida de banca. Además, un derrumbe en Machetá agrava el cierre vial. Más en https://t.co/yqNEZK7rZ3 https://t.co/gb4AmTnftD
⛈️ Des #orages diluviens ont provoqué d’importantes #inondations dans certaines régions du #Mexique ces dernières heures, ici à #Nogales dans l’État de #Sonora. 🌊 (vidéo Michelle Rivera) https://t.co/qAL2n7WBcZ