Bolivia’s torrential rains since November have led to 37 fatalities, primarily in Cochabamba and La Paz. An alarming total of 379 homes have been destroyed, affecting over 43,000 individuals across 1,684 communities. Weather alerts persist for several regions, indicating continued danger from heavy rains.
Severe torrential rains in Bolivia have resulted in a tragic death toll of 37 since November, as reported on Wednesday by Juan Carlos Calvimontes, the deputy minister of civil defense. Among those fatalities, 16 occurred in Cochabamba, while La Paz recorded 8, Potosi and Chuquisaca reported 5 each, Tarija had 2, and Santa Cruz 1. In addition, six individuals are still unaccounted for.
The destructive impact of the rains has also led to the destruction of 379 homes, with La Paz suffering the most at 319 destroyed homes. Cochabamba faced 35 destroyed homes, while 20 and 5 homes were reported destroyed in Beni and Potosi, respectively. Additionally, 1,684 communities have been affected by the severe weather conditions.
Currently, approximately 43,171 individuals are considered victims of the torrential rains, translating to a total of 161,125 families impacted. A weather alert remains in effect for several departments, including La Paz, Cochabamba, Tarija, Pando, Beni, and Potosi, emphasizing the ongoing threat posed by heavy rainfall.
In summary, Bolivia is experiencing a significant humanitarian crisis due to torrential rains, leading to substantial loss of life and widespread destruction. Authorities continue to monitor the situation as ongoing weather alerts highlight the risk of further impacts in affected regions.
Original Source: thefinancialexpress.com.bd
