The death toll from floods in Mexico has increased to 41 people.

The number of victims of flooding caused by heavy rains in Mexico has increased to 41 people. This was announced on October 11 on the website of the Ministry of Public Safety and Protection of Citizens of the North American state.

"The authorities reported 41 deaths: 15 (people died. — Ed.) in Veracruz, 16 in Hidalgo, nine in Puebla and one in Queretaro," the statement said.

At the same time, according to the text, search and rescue teams are currently searching for 27 missing citizens as a result of the cataclysm.

Earlier, on October 11, 37 people were reported dead in floods in Mexico. It was clarified that the country's authorities are prioritizing efforts in 117 of the most affected municipalities.

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