It is well known that Campeche has many areas that flood extremely when it rains. Here are some of them so you can be cautious; do you know any others?
Campeche, one of the three states that make up the Yucatán Peninsula, is distinguished by its climate marked by hot and rainy seasons. During the hot season, temperatures can reach extreme levels, up to 45 degrees Celsius. On the other hand, these climatic contrasts make Campeche a unique state, where the population faces both extreme heat and intense rains.
During the rainy season in Campeche, which generally extends from June to October, the precipitation can be so intense that it causes flooding in numerous areas of the state. This meteorological phenomenon, although vital for the recharge of aquifers and the maintenance of local ecosystems, has a significant impact on the daily lives of the inhabitants and the infrastructure.
Floods can last for days, causing many areas to remain flooded for days with water up to half a meter deep. Therefore, during the rains, citizens are advised to be cautious, and companies ask their workers not to enter certain neighborhoods as the floods become more noticeable over time.
Neighborhoods that get flooded when it rains:
The rains cause flooding in various parts of the city, leaving cars stranded.
- Santa Lucía: This is one of the main areas that get flooded when it rains, blocking passage from Calle 14 to Calle 101, as well as streets surrounding the San Lucía Cemetery. Some main streets in neighboring neighborhoods like Josefa, Bellavista, and Revolución also flood due to the many hills that cause water to flow down and create floods.
- Quinta de los Españoles: This subdivision is located on Hidalgo Avenue and has been prone to flooding for over 20 years, even with light rain, making the area impassable when it rains.
- Concordia: This housing unit is another of the most flood-prone areas in Campeche, regardless of whether the rains are light or heavy. In this neighborhood, floods sometimes exceed a meter in height, so houses have to build barriers at their doors to prevent water from entering. The most flooded streets include Avenida Concordia, Eduardo Mena Avenue (where the IMSS is located), and José Castellot Street.
- Avenida Haina, Presidentes, Alamos: These areas also tend to flood with rain, but the accumulated water usually recedes quickly.
- Siglo XXI: This area is known for extreme flooding when it rains, isolating the housing unit. Floods here can take weeks to recede, making it inaccessible to private transport, with only urban buses able to access the area. The most flooded streets include the avenue of the same name, Ninth Street, and Fourth Street.
It is worth noting that although these are some of the most mentioned areas for flooding, other neighborhoods in Campeche are not excluded. Recently, more areas have been added to this list, such as Belén, Central Avenue, and even the historic center of the city.
Source: Por Esto
