Dalila brings widespread flooding and damage, prompting emergency response in Mexico
Tropical Storm Dalila caused heavy rainfall, flooding, and infrastructure damage across Guerrero, Mexico, prompting activation of the Plan DN‑III‑E emergency protocol before transitioning into a post-tropical system on June 16, 2025.
Flooding in Mexico caused by Tropical Storm Dalila on June 15, 2025. Credit: CONAGUA
Tropical Storm Dalila brought torrential rainfall to southwestern Mexico, causing significant infrastructure damage and displacing dozens of residents before transitioning to a post-tropical system on June 16.
The system brought between 100 and 150 mm (4 to 6 inches) of rain to parts of Guerrero, Colima, and Michoacán, including Acapulco.
The Civil Protection agency of Guerrero reported localized flooding, uprooted trees, and infrastructure damage. Urban flooding was observed in Acapulco, where emergency services cleared debris and opened blocked drainage systems.
In Acapulco and surrounding municipalities, authorities reported at least six landslides, including four on the Escénica Highway and one on the Metlapil–La Venta route.
A separate rockfall was recorded near the Pichilingue sector. Federal Highway 200 experienced blockages, and multiple low-water crossings collapsed due to erosion and flooding. Around 20 cm (8 inches) of standing water was reported in the Casa Ara area near Casa Sendero. .
Heavy rains also caused severe flooding in the Luis Donaldo Colosio housing complex, with around 30 to 40 cm (12 to 16 inches) of standing water being reported in the areas. Flooding was also reported in the Misión del Mar area, while large sinkholes formed in urban zones.
In the Hogar Moderno neighborhood, the auditorium of the public DIF facility suffered a roof collapse. Additional residential roof damage was reported in multiple neighborhoods.
Multiple tree falls occurred across Emiliano Zapata, Mozimba, and the Naval Base, obstructing traffic and downing power lines. Power outages were reported in Acapulco, Juchitán, and Tecpan.
At sea, local civil protection officials confirmed the sinking of three to five small fishing vessels along beaches such as Tlacopanocha and Dominguillo. Strong wave activity destroyed at least 38 beachside restaurants and shelters near Revolcadero.
Authorities activated the Plan DN-III-E emergency protocol, mobilizing the Mexican Army and National Guard for road clearing, flood mitigation, and evacuations.
Civil Protection services established temporary shelters for 37 displaced individuals in Coyuca de Benítez. Three families voluntarily evacuated from high-risk areas in Acapulco. Sandbag barriers were erected by residents in flood-prone neighborhoods as a precaution.
As of June 16, Dalila was located offshore as a post-tropical remnant low. While tropical cyclone warnings were discontinued, residual rainfall, localized flooding, and hazardous surf conditions persisted in the region.
The Secretariat of Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection (SGIRPC-Gro) maintained a Yellow Alert for coastal and inland municipalities, and authorities continue to advise residents to avoid flooded roadways and monitor official advisories.
References:
1 La GN activa Plan DN-III en Guerrero; “Dalila” deja fuertes lluvias en 4 estados – Sinembargo – June 15, 2025
2 Emergencia en Guerrero: Guardia Nacional implementa Plan DN-III-E por “Dalila” – TV Azteca – June 15, 2025
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