Rains Leave Damage in 36 Homes and 31 Trees Down in CDMX; Magdalena Contreras and Tlalpan Saw Most Rainfall Friday

Intense rainfall lashed Mexico City on Friday, leaving a trail of damage across the capital. At least 36 homes sustained damage, primarily to patios, and 31 trees were felled by the storm. The boroughs of Tlalpan and Magdalena Contreras experienced the highest precipitation levels.

In Tlalpan's Lomas de Padierna neighborhood, five homes reported patio flooding. Emergency services rescued an individual trapped in a building after a wall collapsed on Xitle street. Other affected areas included Coyoacán, Iztapalapa, and Iztacalco, where homes also suffered patio damage.

The Mexico City government activated its Tlaloque 2.0 emergency plan, mobilizing over 115 personnel from various operational, security, and engineering units. Specialized machinery, including 10 emergency pumping vehicles, was deployed to manage the widespread flooding and address drainage issues. The Heroico Cuerpo de Bomberos responded to numerous incidents, including fallen trees, downed posts, and electrical short circuits.

Pluviometric stations recorded significant rainfall, with Foro Cultural Magdalena Contreras registering 69.75 millimeters. The Río Magdalena reached its maximum capacity around 5:50 p.m., and the Río San Buenaventura siphon in Xochimilco also saw high levels before receding. Authorities continue to assess the affected properties and address the immediate needs arising from the storm.