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Bolivia Floods Claim 20 Lives, Rescue Efforts Intensify

12/15/2025

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Flooding in Bolivia's Santa Cruz region has caused 20 confirmed deaths, with more expected as rescue teams access remote areas.
Deputy Civil Defense Minister Alfredo Troche reported over two dozen people missing and approximately 2,100 families affected.
Heavy rains that began on Saturday led to significant damage, including a bridge collapse.
President Rodrigo Paz criticized past administrations for insufficient emergency resources and cited deforestation as a contributing factor.
Meteorologists predict ongoing heavy rainfall due to El Niño and La Niña patterns, prompting concerns from President Paz.

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Flooding in Bolivia's Santa Cruz region has caused 20 confirmed deaths, with more expected as rescue teams access remote areas.
Deputy Civil Defense Minister Alfredo Troche reported over two dozen people missing and approximately 2,100 families affected.
Heavy rains that began on Saturday led to significant damage, including a bridge collapse.
President Rodrigo Paz criticized past administrations for insufficient emergency resources and cited deforestation as a contributing factor.
Meteorologists predict ongoing heavy rainfall due to El Niño and La Niña patterns, prompting concerns from President Paz.