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Deadly Floods in Dominican Republic Displace Thousands, Kill Toddler

4/9/2026

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On April 8, 2026, heavy rains in the Dominican Republic caused a wall to collapse in Santo Domingo, killing a 2-year-old girl.
Thousands of homes were affected and power outages occurred.
The government ordered nonessential employees to work remotely as authorities warned of flooding and landslides.
Over 20 communities in San José de Ocoa were cut off after a river overflowed; rescue teams evacuated the elderly and rescued a man.

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Story summary

On April 8, 2026, heavy rains in the Dominican Republic caused a wall to collapse in Santo Domingo, killing a 2-year-old girl.
Thousands of homes were affected and power outages occurred.
The government ordered nonessential employees to work remotely as authorities warned of flooding and landslides.
Over 20 communities in San José de Ocoa were cut off after a river overflowed; rescue teams evacuated the elderly and rescued a man.