Hurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel leave at least five dead in Mexico
Two storms hit Mexico’s Pacific coast, killing at least five people and triggering flash floods, infrastructure damage and helicopter rescues.
The Chestnut Post Staff ·
At least five people died as Hurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel struck Mexico’s Pacific coast, bringing flash floods and damaging infrastructure.
Floodwaters knocked down trees and power poles, left roads impassable and flooded homes. Security forces rescued dozens of people using helicopters.
Guerrero governor Evelyn Salgado said at a press conference that a 71-year-old man died when a wall collapsed in Chilpancingo. His death was attributed to Simon.
Originally reported by The Guardian. Read the full story at The Guardian
