At Least 13 Dead, Thousands Affected by Heavy Rains in Haiti and Puerto Rico

At least 13 people have died, and thousands more have been affected by two days of heavy rains in Haiti and Puerto Rico. The rains triggered flooding and landslides, which have caused widespread damage and disruption in both countries.

At least 13 people have died, and thousands more have been affected by two days of heavy rains in Haiti and Puerto Rico. The rains triggered flooding and landslides, which have caused widespread damage and disruption in both countries.

In Haiti, the majority of the deaths were caused by a landslide in the southeastern region of the coastal city of Cap-Haitien. More than 2,200 homes also were flooded, and there were significant losses in livestock swept away by the Haut-Cap river.

Haiti's Civil Protection Agency issued a statement on Thursday, confirming the deaths and the extent of the damage. Crews were clearing roads across northern Haiti, with additional rain expected in upcoming days.

In Puerto Rico, heavy rains also forced at least a dozen flights scheduled to land in the capital of San Juan to reroute to the Dominican Republic and elsewhere. Widespread flooding was also reported in the U.S. territory.

The rains are part of a broader weather system that has been affecting the Caribbean region. Heavy rains and flooding have also been reported in the Dominican Republic, Cuba, and Jamaica.

The landslide in Cap-Haitien was particularly devastating, killing at least nine people and destroying dozens of homes. Rescue workers are still searching for survivors, but hopes are fading as the death toll continues to rise.

The heavy rains have also caused widespread flooding in northern Haiti. More than 2,200 homes have been flooded, and thousands of people have been displaced. The government has opened shelters for those who have lost their homes.

In Puerto Rico, the heavy rains have caused widespread flooding, particularly in the eastern and southern parts of the island. The flooding has closed roads, cut off power to thousands of residents, and caused damage to homes and businesses.

The Puerto Rican government has declared a state of emergency and is working to provide assistance to those who have been affected by the flooding.

The heavy rains are part of a broader weather system that has been affecting the Caribbean region. Heavy rains and flooding have also been reported in the Dominican Republic, Cuba, and Jamaica.

Meteorologists are forecasting that the weather system will continue to bring heavy rains to the region for the next several days. Residents are being urged to take precautions and to be prepared for possible flooding and other hazards.

The death toll from the heavy rains in Haiti and Puerto Rico is likely to rise as rescue workers continue to search for survivors. The rains have caused significant damage and disruption in both countries, and it will take time to recover.