# Weather and emergency incidents in Latin America > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/weather-and-emergency-incidents-in-latin-america > Updated: 2026-10-23T13:12:35.000Z. Sources: 52. Developments: 4. Central and South America have experienced significant weather-related emergencies and accidents. Initially, heavy rainfall and tropical waves caused widespread flooding and water management issues. In Ecuador, overflowing rivers in the Esmeraldas and Guayas provinces damaged homes, crops, and roads. Costa Rica reported over 400 flooded homes due to tropical wave No. 47, with authorities warning of highly saturated soils. In Honduras, reservoirs faced critical capacity levels, particularly the La Concepción reservoir. Subsequent reports indicate a shift toward acute emergency response operations involving maritime and aviation incidents. In Honduras, a boat capsized in the El Cajón reservoir, resulting in one death and a missing person. Mexico activated Plan Marina to manage evacuations and aid in response to Category 4 Hurricane Simón. Additionally, in Guatemala, rescue teams recovered the bodies of two pilots following a helicopter crash into Lake Atitlán. Recent developments show continued instability and preventive measures. In Chile, authorities in the Arauco commune have coordinated preventive evacuations in Villa El Mirador following a Red Alert for mass soil movement. In Honduras, the Secretariat for Risk Management and Contingencies (Copeco) extended a green alert for Tegucigalpa and areas near Lake Yojoa, where recent rains have triggered landslides and geological instability. Ongoing infrastructure disruptions persist. In Colombia, landslides in Valle del Cauca have forced controlled traffic measures on the road to the port. In Santander, an avalanche and river overflow in Guaca caused approximately 1.06 billion pesos in damages, destroying bridges and an aqueduct, leaving 120 families without potable water. In Argentina, rains in southern Mendoza have rendered the Atuel Canyon impassable due to mud and rockfalls. Meanwhile, in Chile, the destruction of a provisional crossing over the Huatulame River has isolated 396 families in Monte Patria, hindering access to medical care and schools. In Colombia, heavy rainfall has intensified emergencies. ## Claims - New landslides occurred in the La Balastrera sector of Dagua, Colombia. (single source) - Approximately 700 cubic meters of material were removed from the road on October 22. (single source) - A broken main sewage pipe has delayed preventive works at Malanche creek in Punta Hermosa, Peru. (single source) - Infrastructure in the Malanche creek sector was scheduled for completion by February 5. (single source) - Rainfall destroyed a provisional crossing over the Huatulame River in Monte Patria, Chile. (single source) - The destruction of the river crossing affects 396 families in the Huanilla area. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-23: Colombia faces widespread emergencies from heavy rainfall Heavy rains have caused widespread flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage across Colombia, triggering red alerts in Santa Marta and disrupting transit in Valle del Cauca, Córdoba, and Santander. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/infrastructure-and-weather-related-disruptions-reported-in-colombia-peru-and-chile ### 2026-10-23: Authorities coordinate evacuations amid landslide and flood risks in Chile and Honduras Authorities in Chile and Honduras are managing emergency responses to landslides and flooding, including preventive evacuations in Arauco and extended weather alerts in Tegucigalpa and Lake Yojoa. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/authorities-coordinate-evacuations-amid-landslide-and-flood-risks-in-chile-and-honduras ### 2026-10-09: Emergency responders manage multiple accidents and weather threats in Central America Emergency responders in Honduras, Mexico, and Guatemala are managing multiple crises, including a fatal boat capsizing, evacuations for Hurricane Simón, and a helicopter crash in Lake Atitlán. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mar-chiquita-dead-whale-found-on-northern-coast ### 2026-09-25: Central and South America face flooding and water crises due to heavy rains Heavy rains have caused river overflows in Ecuador, flooded over 400 homes in Costa Rica, and left Honduras facing critical reservoir levels and water supply risks. 28 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guatemala-city-faces-traffic-chaos-due-to-rain-and-accidents --- Cite as: Weather and emergency incidents in Latin America. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/weather-and-emergency-incidents-in-latin-america