Severe Flooding from Tropical Storm Chris Hits Mexico, Leaving Widespread Damage

Tropical Storm Chris brought severe flooding to parts of Mexico, particularly on the street from Tuxtla to Chiapa de Corzo, late Tuesday night. Weather forecasters have warned that much of Mexico, including New Mexico, could face additional dangerous flooding over the next two days.

Over the weekend, intense rains from Tropical Storm Chris caused severe damage, forcing the rescue of 100 people and covering parts of one town recently ravaged by wildfires with mud and debris. The body of one person was recovered from the Rio Grande in Albuquerque on Sunday, though it remains unclear if the death was directly related to the flooding, according to Albuquerque Fire Rescue and Bernalillo County Fire Rescue. The incident is still under investigation.

Why This Matters: Most of central New Mexico remains under a flood watch, including the cities of Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Vegas, and Ruidoso. Daniel Porter, the senior meteorologist at the National Weather Service office in Albuquerque, indicated that very few parts of the state have been spared from the storm's impacts.

"Unfortunately, the threat is most likely to remain elevated for the next couple of days, at least through Wednesday," Porter told reporters during a briefing.

Local authorities are urging residents to stay vigilant and prepared as they continue to monitor the situation closely. Emergency services are on high alert, ready to respond to any new incidents of flooding or other storm-related emergencies.

Efforts are underway to clear mud and debris from affected areas and provide shelter and aid to those displaced by the flooding. Authorities are also working to assess the full extent of the damage and coordinate relief efforts for the affected communities.

The storm's impact has been far-reaching, affecting infrastructure, homes, and businesses, and creating hazardous conditions for travel and daily activities. Residents are advised to avoid flooded areas, heed evacuation orders if issued, and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.

Key Takeaways:

• Tropical Storm Chris causes severe flooding in parts of Mexico.
• One body recovered from the Rio Grande in Albuquerque; death under investigation.
• Central New Mexico remains under a flood watch, including major cities.
• Over 100 people rescued, towns ravaged by mud and debris.
• Elevated flood threat expected to continue through at least Wednesday.

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