Central and eastern Mexico are reeling from catastrophic floods triggered by relentless torrential rains, with the death toll climbing to 64 and 65 individuals still missing. The devastating weather, which persisted for several days last week, transformed streets into raging rivers, triggered landslides, and obliterated roads and bridges, leaving dozens of small communities isolated. Rescue operations are in full swing, with President Claudia Sheinbaum deploying approximately 10,000 troops equipped with boats, planes, and helicopters to deliver essential supplies and aid to those stranded. Shelters have been established for displaced residents, while helicopters shuttle back and forth to provide food and water to cut-off areas. Laura Velazquez, head of Mexico’s civil defense authority, identified Veracruz, Hidalgo, and Puebla as the hardest-hit states. In Hidalgo alone, 43 people remain unaccounted for. The disaster’s rapid escalation is evident, with the death toll surging from 47 to 64 within just 12 hours. Residents in Tenango de Doria, Hidalgo, are trekking kilometers through mud in search of basic necessities, as shops remain without electricity and supplies dwindle. The combination of a tropical system from the Gulf of Mexico and a cold front from the north exacerbated the situation, leading to widespread destruction. Despite clearing skies on Sunday, the road to recovery remains arduous, with heavy machinery deployed to clear debris and restore access to affected areas.