Mexico, Dominican Republic and Honduras grapple with water risks amid heavy rains and drought

Heavy rainfall in northern Mexico triggered floods that damaged homes, vehicles and businesses in Coahuila, while only 10 % of households have insurance covering such hydrometeorological events. Insurance experts warned that the low level of household coverage leaves families financially vulnerable, even as 25‑30 % of businesses carry such policies.

In the Mexican state of Hidalgo, authorities identified 121 sites as vulnerable to rain‑induced flooding and are conducting twice‑daily monitoring, issuing alerts and reviewing river conditions to prevent damage.

Meanwhile, the Dominican Republic's National Institute of Hydraulic Resources reported that its reservoirs remain at about 73 % capacity, allowing officials to assure the public that water supplies will meet demand despite El Niño‑related drought forecasts.

In Honduras's capital, Tegucigalpa, water deliveries have been reduced to once a week as reservoir levels stay below 40 % capacity, prompting officials to warn of continued scarcity through the dry season.