The deadly floods and landslides that struck central and southeastern Mexico in October 2025 were triggered by intense rainfall from Tropical Storms Priscilla and Raymond, which formed off the Pacific coast.
According to a government report released Sunday, October 12, the disaster claimed at least 44 lives in five states. Veracruz recorded the highest death toll with 18 fatalities, followed by Hidalgo with 16, Puebla with 9, and Querétaro with 1.
Rainfall levels were extreme — one location in Veracruz recorded about 21 inches (540 mm) of rain between October 6 and 9. The deluge caused rivers to overflow, widespread flooding, and deadly landslides.
The storms impacted 117 municipalities across five states, including San Luis Potosí, causing major infrastructure damage and displacement.
Key damage figures include:
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Over 32,000 homes destroyed or damaged in Puebla and Veracruz.
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Power outages affecting approximately 320,000 users nationwide.
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Dozens of communities cut off, with more than 40 in Veracruz losing road access.
In Poza Rica, severe flooding occurred when the Cazones River overflowed, submerging some low-lying neighborhoods under more than 12 feet of water.
President Claudia Sheinbaum launched an extensive emergency response, meeting with governors of affected states to coordinate relief measures. Thousands of military and naval personnel were deployed to support rescue missions and deliver aid to victims.
