Affected Areas and Public Works
On this Sunday afternoon, intense rains hit Mexico City, causing issues such as flooding and restrictions on the Line A of the Metro in the eastern part of the capital. Protección Civil has issued alerts for several boroughs.
SEGIAGUA’s Report
The SEGIAGUA reported flooding on Calzada Ignacio Zaragoza and Cayetano Andrade in the Santa Marta Acatitla neighborhood, located in the Iztapalapa borough. Brigades from the Tlaloque operation are carrying out maneuvers to drain water.
Security and Public Works
The Capital’s Security Secretariat reported that personnel is clearing storm drains and removing trash on Calzada Ignacio Zaragoza near the Concordia Bridge to lower water levels. Meanwhile, traffic police are assisting people in crossing flooded areas to find public transportation.
Metro CDMX: Provisional Service on Line A
Due to external water exceeding the municipal drainage capacity in the eastern zone (La Paz municipality), the Metro announced that bombing operations continue on Line A.
Provisional Service
The service operates provisionally from Pantitlán to Guelatao; there is no service from Guelatao to La Paz. RTP units are transporting users from Guelatao to Santa Marta in support.
Safety Measures on the Metro
Due to heavy rains across the city, the Metro implemented a safety march on the network, reducing train speeds to ensure safe travel.
Red Alerts for Heavy Rains and Possible Hail
The Secretaría de Gestión Integral de Riesgos y Protección Civil (SGIRPC) reported the activation of a Red Alert due to intense rainfall and possible hail in the following boroughs:
- Red Alert in Iztapalapa for heavy rains (50–70 mm) and possible hail, expected between 18:15 and 23:00 on September 14, 2025.
- Orange Alert in Tláhuac, Tlalpan, and Xochimilco for 30–49 mm and possible hail during the same period.
- Yellow Alert in Álvaro Obregón, Azcapotzalco, Benito Juárez, Coyoacán, Cuauhtémoc, Cuajimalpa, Gustavo A. Madero, Iztacalco, Magdalena Contreras, Miguel Hidalgo, Milpa Alta, and Venustiano Carranza for 15–29 mm of rain.
Protection Civil Recommendations
- Carry an umbrella or raincoat and use the water for irrigation.
- Clear and keep storm drains free of trash; avoid pouring grease into the drainage system.
- Remove/secure outdoor objects that could fall; avoid going on rooftops, ladders, or cornices.
- Stay away from power poles, lighting cables, trees, and billboards at risk.
- Avoid crossing flooded or waterlogged areas and drive cautiously due to possible debris or objects on the road.
Emergency Numbers
For any risk situation, contact 911, Locatel 55 5658 1111, and SGIRPC 55 5683 2222. Stay attentive to official alerts from @SGIRPC_CDMX and @MetroCDMX.
