The majority of the deaths have occurred in the states of Veracruz and Hidalgo.
The majority of the deaths have occurred in the states of Veracruz and Hidalgo.
By Fiona Kelliher and The Associated Press
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At least 64 people have died in Mexico after heavy rains and flooding hit five states last week.
Overflowing rivers swept through entire villages, triggered landslides and swept away roads and bridges
President Claudia Sheinbaum convenes governors from hard-hit states to direct an emergency response plan.
Worst-affected areas include Veracruz, Queretaro, Hidalgo and San Luis Potosi, with some people unaccounted for
Two tropical storms have damaged more than 16,000 homes and caused widespread electricity cuts.
At least 47 people are dead and scores are missing after tropical storms triggered torrential rains.
Heavy rainfall has caused river banks to burst and triggered landslides, carrying away homes and cars.
Mexico floods kill at least 23 people as storms head north
