Mexico City Floods: Iztapalapa Takes the Brunt of Unprecedented Rainfall

Mexico City Battles Unprecedented Flooding: Iztapalapa Hit Hardest Mexico City experienced its most intense rainfall since 2017, causing widespread flooding across the city. Iztapalapa was particularly affected, with streets submerged under water. The city's emergency services, implementing the Tlaloque protocol, responded swiftly. "We deployed 150 technicians and 50 teams to remove an estimated 45,000 liters of water per second," said a spokesperson for the city's emergency services. The video footage shows cars submerged, residents being rescued, and the scale of the operation. Despite the severity of the storm, the city's response resulted in a 62% reduction in flooding compared to the 2017 event. "While the challenges were immense, the improved drainage system and preparedness helped us significantly mitigate the impact," added the spokesperson. This incident serves as a testament to the city's resilience and its ongoing efforts to improve its infrastructure and emergency response capabilities.