The victims were found in the city of Querétaro late Friday night after being swept away by rainwater, according to a civil protection report. Heavy downpours on Saturday caused damage to property in the area, prompting federal authorities to activate a military emergency response plan.

In Mexico City, torrential rains also disrupted operations at Benito Juárez International Airport, one of Latin America’s busiest air hubs, where flights were briefly suspended due to poor visibility. Earlier this month, similar flooding forced cancellations and delays at the same airport, which handled over 45 million passengers in 2024.

Mexico’s rainy season typically runs from May to November, but officials say this year has brought unusually intense storms. The capital has recorded its heaviest rainfall since 1952, while the National Water Commission reported that June 2025 ranked as the third-rainiest month since 1985.

Experts warn that climate change is fueling extreme weather events, increasing the risk of destructive flooding across the region.

Source: Punch