Heavy Rains in Bolivia Result in 28 Fatalities and Ongoing Emergencies

Heavy rains in Bolivia have caused at least 28 deaths since November, impacting eight out of nine departments. A total of 83 municipalities are affected, with 27 declaring a state of emergency. Continuing rains pose ongoing risks with fatalities reported in several regions and four individuals still missing.

Heavy rains in Bolivia have tragically resulted in at least 28 fatalities since November, as reported by Vice Civil Defense Minister Juan Carlos Calvimontes. The adverse weather conditions have impacted eight of Bolivia’s nine departments, leading to significant devastation.

Currently, 83 municipalities are affected, with predictions that many will declare disasters within the week. As of now, 27 municipalities have already enacted states of emergency, predominantly in La Paz, which has experienced the most severe impacts from these floods.

Fatalities have been reported across multiple departments, including Chuquisaca, La Paz, Tarija, Cochabamba, Santa Cruz, and Potosi. Additionally, four individuals are reported missing, with three from northern La Paz and one from Chuquisaca.

The National Meteorology and Hydrology Service has issued warnings that the rains may continue for several weeks and could persist into March and April. Officials are monitoring the situation closely as efforts to respond to the crisis are underway.

The heavy rains in Bolivia have led to a significant loss of life and widespread emergency declarations across numerous municipalities. Minister Calvimontes has highlighted the severity of the situation, with continuous rainfall predicted. The ongoing weather conditions pose further risks to affected regions as recovery efforts commence.

Original Source: news.az