Overview of the Situation
A powerful storm hit Guadalajara’s metropolitan area on Tuesday, causing flooding and traffic mayhem across various parts of the city. The municipalities of Zapopan, Guadalajara, and San Pedro Tlaquepaque were among the most affected.
Impact on Transportation
Heavy rains led to the suspension of service on Guadalajara’s Line 1 Light Rail due to flooding at España and Isla Raza stations.
Affected Areas
The southern region of Guadalajara, along with the industrial zone and sections of Periférico, experienced significant flooding. Additionally, the Periférico and López Mateos intersection saw flooding issues.
Response from Authorities
Jalisco’s Civil Protection agency, through their social media channels, reported that they dispatched teams to provide assistance in various city areas following the storm’s impact.
Deployment of Emergency Personnel
- In Zapopan, teams were deployed to Miramar, Villas Perisur, Cantaluna, and El Briseño colonies.
- Another team was moved to San Pedro Tlaquepaque to patrol Adolf B. Horn, Arroyo Seco, Villa Fontana, Parques del Palmar, El Chicharrón, and Presa de Las Pintas neighborhoods.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is affected by the storm? The municipalities of Zapopan, Guadalajara, and San Pedro Tlaquepaque are among the most affected by the storm.
- What transportation services were impacted? The storm caused the suspension of service on Guadalajara’s Line 1 Light Rail due to flooding at España and Isla Raza stations.
- Which areas experienced flooding? The southern region of Guadalajara, the industrial zone, sections of Periférico, and the Periférico and López Mateos intersection were significantly flooded.
- How did authorities respond to the situation? Jalisco’s Civil Protection agency dispatched teams to provide assistance in various city areas following the storm’s impact.
- Where were emergency personnel deployed? Teams were sent to Zapopan’s Miramar, Villas Perisur, Cantaluna, and El Briseño colonies, as well as to San Pedro Tlaquepaque’s Adolf B. Horn, Arroyo Seco, Villa Fontana, Parques del Palmar, El Chicharrón, and Presa de Las Pintas neighborhoods.
