Uruguay Storm Death and Damage
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Severe storms in Uruguay, particularly in the Salto department, have caused widespread damage and resulted in one fatality. The storms disrupted electricity services and prompted President Yamandú Orsi to express regret over the loss of a compatriot.
‘We regret the death of a compatriot’: Yamandú Orsi after severe storms in Salto
- Uruguay's President Yamandú Orsi expressed regret over the death of a compatriot following severe storms. - The storms impacted 14 departments, with Salto being particularly affected. - Emergency services are working to provide assistance and restore services after the severe weather.
Storm devastates Salto, Uruguay; one dead and widespread damage reported
- A severe storm on July 18 caused significant damage in the Salto department of Uruguay. - Firefighters responded to 49 interventions in Salto, including roof damage, fallen trees, and electrical haz…
Storm disrupts 48,000 UTE services in Uruguay; Salto hit hardest
- A severe storm on July 18, 2026, disrupted 48,000 electricity services across Uruguay. - Salto department was particularly hard-hit, with over 21,500 service interruptions and one fatality. - UTE is…
Storm in Salto leaves one woman dead and causes severe damage from intense winds
- A severe storm in Salto, Uruguay, caused intense winds and heavy rain, resulting in significant structural damage. - A woman died after being struck by a flying piece of roofing material while ridin…