Heavy rains cause damage in central Cuba

Around 100 homes were damaged in the municipalities of Sagua la Grande and Cifuentes in the central province of Villa Clara due to heavy rains reported recently. The incident took place in Santa Clara, Cuba, according to local reports.

In the central Cuban province of Villa Clara, heavy rains have caused significant damage to residential infrastructure. Specifically, approximately 100 homes in the municipalities of Sagua la Grande and Cifuentes were affected, as reported from Santa Clara on December 13.

This weather event highlights the vulnerability of central regions in the country to adverse climatic phenomena. Local authorities have documented the impacts, though no immediate response measures were detailed in available reports. Villa Clara province, known for its agricultural and urban activities, now faces the task of assessing and repairing these damages to restore normalcy in the affected communities.

No casualties or major damage to other structures were reported, but the incident underscores the need for preparedness against torrential rains in the area.

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Flooded streets and structural damage in Buenos Aires from a severe storm with heavy rain, showing fallen trees, a collapsed house, and emergency response.
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Strong storm hits Buenos Aires with heavy rain and flooding

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A severe storm struck the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area and surrounding towns during the early morning and morning of Saturday, October 25, 2025, bringing over 100 millimeters of rain, power outages, and structural damage. The storm led to flooding, fallen trees, and transport delays under an orange alert from the National Meteorological Service. In San Martín, a house collapsed, trapping a mother and her son.

Heavy rains in Corrientes province have triggered severe flooding in San Luis del Palmar, forcing the evacuation of over 300 people after the Riachuelo overflowed. The downpours, exceeding 400 millimeters in 48 hours, have saturated the soil and prolonged the crisis for over ten days. Provincial and municipal authorities are coordinating aid in 12 shelter centers.

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A weather front moved through northern Buenos Aires, Córdoba, and Corrientes, bringing intense rains, hail, and strong winds. These caused downed poles and trees, leading to power outages in rural areas and impassable roads. Rainfall amounts were highly variable, ranging from less than 5 mm to peaks of 150 mm.

Neiva's Risk Management Office attended multiple emergencies caused by heavy rains in recent hours, including tree falls in various city sectors. One incident involved a tree in contact with medium-voltage cables, preventing immediate intervention due to electrical risk. Authorities reiterated the call for caution during the rainy season.

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A storm hit São Paulo on Tuesday (13/1), placing the city on alert for flooding and causing power outages for tens of thousands of properties. Authorities issued warnings for a creek overflow in the north zone and recorded flooding points on major avenues. Emergency teams handled rescues and restorations.

President Gustavo Petro called for an investigation into floods in Córdoba, Chocó, Sucre, and Bolívar, blaming an unpredictable cold front and overloaded hydroelectric dams releasing excess water. He ordered an immediate probe by superintendencies and asked the Constitutional Court to lift the suspension of an economic emergency decree to address the climate crisis. The event has caused 14 deaths and affected thousands of families along the Caribbean coast.

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The Institute of Hydrology, Meteorology and Environmental Studies (Ideam) warned of persistent heavy rains in southwestern Colombia, emphasizing Valle del Cauca. The departmental government reported 11 deaths from rain-related emergencies in 27 municipalities. Authorities recommend monitoring rivers and risk areas.

 

 

 

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