The intense rains in several municipalities of Sonora left one dead, dozens of rescues and damage to roads and homes. State and municipal authorities remain operational due to the forecast of more rainfall.
Balance of rains and emergencies in Sonora
Governor Alfonso Durazo reported that he maintains communication with mayors and ordered to strengthen monitoring. He urged the population to avoid crossing streams and follow only official channels.
The most critical situation occurred in Caborca. A man died after receiving an electric shock in a flooded area. A state police officer was also shot while trying to help him, but managed to leave without serious consequences.
The mayor of Caborca reported more than 70 emergencies after rain exceeding four inches. Civil Protection, Firefighters, Red Cross, police and C5 participated. Rescues were carried out of people trapped in vehicles and homes, including a pregnant woman, a person in a wheelchair and elderly adults.
The rains left stranded vehicles, sinkholes, electrical failures and flooded homes. A temporary shelter was set up.
In Puerto Peñasco, there was a warning about water in fords on the highway to Caborca. In Nogales, firefighters evacuated people in risk areas and rescued two dogs. Municipal Transit saved a 19-year-old motorcyclist swept away by the current.
Authorities reiterate not to cross streams or flooded streets. Floods are reported in rivers in the mountain region.




