Flooding in northeastern Argentina has killed two people and forced more than 2,000 from their homes as El Niño-swollen rivers keep rising, with officials warning the emergency could last months.
The flooding has affected communities in the north-east of the country, including Chaco, Corrientes and Misiones, along the Paraná River system, with areas around Paso de la Patria and Iguazú Falls among those facing rising water.
El Niño rivers keep rising
El Niño conditions have swollen rivers in northeastern Argentina, and water levels have continued to rise, forcing evacuations and leaving homes and riverside areas under threat.
Evacuations and impact
More than 2,000 people have been evacuated from their homes. Two people have died in the flooding.
Timeline
- El Niño-swollen rivers begin rising in northeastern Argentina.
- More than 2,000 people are evacuated from their homes.
- Two deaths are reported in the flooding.
- Officials warn the emergency could last months as rivers keep rising.
FAQs
How many people have died in the Argentina floods?
Two people have died.
How many people have been evacuated?
More than 2,000 people have been evacuated from their homes.
Which areas are affected?
Northeastern Argentina, including Chaco, Corrientes and Misiones, along the Paraná River, with areas around Paso de la Patria and Iguazú Falls affected.
Why are the rivers rising?
El Niño conditions have swollen the rivers, and water levels keep rising.
How long could the emergency last?
Officials have warned the emergency could last months.
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