Bolivia’s Heavy Rains Result in 28 Deaths and Widespread Emergencies

Bolivia has experienced heavy rains since November, leading to 28 deaths and affecting 83 municipalities. Emergency declarations have been made by multiple local authorities, particularly in La Paz, which is the hardest hit. Four people remain missing as rains are expected to extend into the coming months.

Continuous heavy rains in Bolivia since November have resulted in a rising death toll, now at 28, noted Vice Civil Defence Minister Juan Carlos Calvimontes on Friday. The adverse weather has impacted eight of the nine administrative divisions, affecting 83 municipalities, leading many to declare disaster status soon. Currently, 27 municipalities, primarily from the heavily impacted La Paz division, are under emergency declarations.

Flooding has been attributed to the recent fatalities across several departments: Chuquisaca, La Paz, Tarija, Cochabamba, Santa Cruz, and Potosi. Four individuals remain unaccounted for, with three missing in northern La Paz and one in Chuquisaca. Meteorological predictions indicate that these rains may continue well into March and April.

In summary, Bolivia’s ongoing heavy rain has led to fatalities and widespread municipal emergencies. As the situation develops, the government continues to track missing persons and manage disaster responses across affected regions. With predictions of persistent rains, the impact on vulnerable communities is a growing concern.

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