Severe rains continued to batter central Mexico over the weekend, leaving two people dead in the city of Querétaro and causing widespread disruptions across the country.
Authorities confirmed that the victims, whose identities were not immediately released, were swept away by powerful floodwaters late Friday night. The Civil Protection agency reported that their bodies were recovered shortly before midnight.
Heavy rainfall persisted in Querétaro on Saturday, damaging homes, businesses, and public infrastructure. In response, federal authorities activated a military emergency plan to aid local residents and assist in recovery efforts.
Mexico City, one of the regions most affected by this year’s unusual weather, was also lashed by torrential downpours. Operations at Benito Juárez International Airport one of Latin America’s busiest hubs were temporarily suspended on Saturday due to poor visibility. Earlier this month, flooding had similarly disrupted flight schedules at the airport, which handled more than 45 million passengers in 2024.
Meteorological data shows that 2025 has brought Mexico its wettest year in decades, with storms in the capital reaching levels unseen since 1952. The National Water Commission (Conagua) noted that June ranked as the third-rainiest month since 1985, underscoring the severity of current weather conditions.
Scientists warn that these extreme patterns are consistent with the growing impacts of climate change. Rising global temperatures have been linked to more intense rainfall events, which can overwhelm drainage systems and increase the risk of catastrophic flooding in urban areas.
Mexico is no stranger to seasonal storms, typically occurring between May and November, but experts say the intensity and frequency of recent weather events highlight the urgent need for stronger disaster preparedness and climate adaptation strategies.
As residents in Querétaro and Mexico City begin recovery efforts, emergency services remain on high alert, with forecasters warning that more heavy rains are expected in the coming days
