Heavy rains in Bolivia have killed 23 people and displaced over 109,000 families since November, with authorities warning of further risks as flooding worsens across multiple regions.
Since November, relentless rains in Bolivia have led to widespread devastation, claiming 23 lives and forcing over 109,000 families from their homes, an official confirmed on Wednesday.
Deputy minister of civil defence Juan Carlos Calvimontes stated that flooding has intensified over the past week, with the death toll rising from 19 to 23. The worst-affected areas include Chuquisaca, La Paz, Tarija, Cochabamba, Santa Cruz and Potosi. Two people remain missing.
The number of affected families has surged dramatically, increasing from 84,029 to 109,156. According to official figures, 76 municipalities and 1,314 communities have suffered damage, with 652 homes affected—332 of which have been completely destroyed.
The department of La Paz declared a state of emergency last month as conditions worsened in multiple municipalities. Authorities warn that the situation may deteriorate further, with the national service of meteorology and hydrology predicting continued heavy rainfall in the coming weeks.
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