Workers are securing the El Ángulo dam in Cuautitlán Izcalli to prevent it from overflowing.
In the heart of Mexico City, heavy rains on Thursday brought about a series of events that affected several communities, particularly in Cuautitlán Izcalli. The rains doubled their historical record, leading to flooding and disruptions in various areas.
The Mexico City Metro's Line 2 was suspended due to the heavy rains in Tultitlán, a nearby location. Meanwhile, in Cuautitlán Izcalli, the reservoir near Presa El Ángulo was not reported to have experienced a significant increase in water levels, according to current data. However, it is important to note that if such an event has occurred, it has not been documented in accessible online sources.
To mitigate the effects of the heavy rain, elements from state and federal corporations, as well as municipal government personnel, placed sandbags as a physical barrier in critical points. Cleaning work was also carried out in drains, grates, and streets to prevent blockages. Personnel from the Municipal Water Organism (Operagua) undertook drainage actions, which helped lower the water level below 70%.
The heavy rain began around 14:30 hours and affected several communities, including San Cristóbal Centro, Ejidal Emiliano Zapata, and Tulpetlac. Other affected roads included López Portillo Avenue, the La Palma underpass, Morelos Avenue, and various streets in Jardines de Morelos.
Flooding was reported on José López Portillo Avenue, Insurgentes, and Morelos avenues. The communities mentioned historically suffer damage each year during this season. Particularly affected areas included San Cristóbal Centro, Ejidal Emiliano Zapata, and Tulpetlán.
Yesterday afternoon's heavy rain also caused severe damage to roads in the municipality of Ecatepec, with water levels reaching up to 40 centimeters.
As for the reservoir near Presa El Ángulo, one of the two gates was opened to 30% to allow for gradual drainage. However, the expected rainfall this weekend may cause a possible increase in the water level of the reservoir. Runoff from the Sierra de Guadalupe overflowed the capacity of low-lying areas, adding to the challenges faced by the local authorities.
For comprehensive and updated information on water levels, damage assessments, preventive actions, impacted areas, and recovery processes related to Presa El Ángulo, it is advisable to consult official Mexican civil protection agencies, local government communications from Cuautitlán Izcalli, or reputable news outlets.
- The heavy rainfall has raised concerns within the field of environmental science, as it may contribute to climate-change patterns and impact the overall health of the environment.
- The science community is closely monitoring the water levels in the reservoir near Presa El Ángulo, as the expected rainfall this weekend could potentially increase the level, which might require further drainage actions to avoid more flooding and damage.
