Flash Flood Devastates Tuxtla Gutiérrez After One Hour of Torrential Rain

Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas, Mexico, experienced a devastating flash flood on June 3, 2025, after an hour of torrential rain. The sudden deluge caused widespread chaos, turning streets into raging rivers. Cars were submerged, homes flooded, and trees uprooted. "It happened so fast," said one resident, whose car was swept away by the floodwaters. Civil Protection reported five homes damaged and 30 trees fallen. Rescue workers were seen pulling people from the floodwaters. The event underscores the need for improved drainage systems and disaster preparedness in the region. Cleanup efforts are underway, but the impact of the storm will be felt for some time.