2,000 homes in Chalco, a low-income suburb southeast of Mexico City, have been flooded with sewage-infused water for over a month, affecting 7,000 people.

Residents of Chalco, a low-income suburb southeast of Mexico City, have been living with sewage-infused floodwaters for over a month, affecting over 2,000 homes and 7,000 people. This year's flooding, worsened by failing infrastructure and unchecked urban growth, has seen water levels reach up to 5 feet. While officials are providing assistance, including pumping out water and vaccinations, many residents report inadequate support and serious health issues.

September 14, 2024
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