Torrential Downpours and Heavy Snow Causes Disruption for Many in Mexico Al Jazeera
go to original December 30, 2013

The fourth winter storm of the season brought a covering of snow to the higher ground of northern Mexico. (EPA)

A state of emergency was declared across Tabasco state this weekend following widespread flooding. In the north, heavy snow has also caused some problems. In between, the authorities have decided to address the smog which hangs over Mexico City for much of the winter.

Almost five days of heavy rain has caused floods and landslides across the southern state of Tabasco this weekend. This led the Interior Ministry to place the municipalities of Balancan, Jalapa and Tenosique on high alert.

Several roads have been blocked by fallen trees, and dozens of families living in the rural areas have been unable to leave their homes. The heavy rain began before Christmas and meant that the worst hit areas were unable to enjoy the peak of the festivities.

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