Argentina Declares Mourning After Tragic Flooding in Bahía Blanca

Argentina has declared three days of national mourning after severe rainfall in Bahía Blanca caused flooding, resulting in 16 deaths and two children missing. Emergency measures are underway, including the suspension of classes and judicial activities, and the government is mobilizing resources for recovery efforts.

On March 7, 2025, Argentina experienced extreme rainfall in Bahía Blanca, Buenos Aires Province, leading to catastrophic flooding which resulted in the death of 16 individuals and left two children missing. President Javier Milei declared three days of national mourning in response to the disaster, which brought over 400 millimeters (15.7 inches) of rain in a single day—almost 70% of the city’s annual total, prompting an urgent search for the missing.

The flooding disaster in Bahía Blanca has resulted in significant loss of life and widespread displacement. The local and national authorities have initiated emergency measures, including the suspension of classes and judicial activities, and are focused on restoring essential services. The scale of destruction necessitates an estimated reconstruction cost of at least 400 billion pesos, highlighting the urgent need for federal assistance and community engagement in relief efforts.

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