After 8 days Hurricane Otis’s onslaught in Guerrero that hit the shores of Acapulcothe community most affected by the meteor, today, Wednesday November 1st, the damage continues and there are long queues at banks to withdraw cash.
According to President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) Work is underway to “elevate” Acapulco and Coyuca de Benites. for December 2023.
However, conditions in the port and the population remain unstable still without drinking water or electricity supplies.
In addition, the thousands of victims continue to demand support from the government in order to restore order as best as possible; The authorities confirm this There have been 46 deaths so far.
Because of this Robberies occurred in self-service markets, pharmacies, shopping centers and even in private homes.
Argentina offers aid to Mexico over Hurricane Otis disaster in Acapulco
Out of Argentina He offered himself Help Mexicogiven the devastation caused by the effects of the Hurricane Otis in the community Acapulcoin the state of Guerrero.
Was that Argentine International Cooperation Agency and Humanitarian Aid – White Helmets, led by Sabina Frederic, the organization that offered Help to the government of Mexico.
The agency suggested to the Mexican government work together in care of the population affected in the city of Acapulco and surrounding areas following Hurricane Otis.
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The offer of support came after Argentina’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship said in a statement it was Solidarity with people from Mexico.
In this context, at the direction of Foreign Minister Santiago Cafiero, the agency sent a message to the Mexican Embassy in Argentina and offered to send a mission to help those affected.
The group would consist of Specialist staff in logistics, which would strengthen the operation of emergency shelters, as well as specialists in the reception, classification, storage and dispatch of provisions.
In Acapulco, there are long lines at banks to withdraw cash
Long lines of people register to be able to withdraw money In AcapulcoGuerrero, after the adoption of Hurricane Otis.
A few days after the implementation of the “Ticket plan“, from the Bank of Mexico, the federal government and private banks so that the citizens of Acapulco can do this Withdraw money without commissionsThere have been long queues at the port since early morning.
According to reports, only four banks currently operate in Acapulco, including Banjercito.
This is the case Banejército branch Located on Escénica Avenue, just steps from the Naval Base, in Icacos, Acapulco.
Evelyn Salgado says she was in Acapulco at the time of Otis’ arrival
Evelyn Salgado shared this was in Acapulco at the time of Hurricane Otis’ arrival when it was still considered a tropical storm.
“An hour before the hurricane hit with strong winds… I was with my sister, we were in the car, we started talking about whether we should seek shelter… We were there, we experienced the devastation.”
Evelyn Salgado, Governor of Guerrero
He remembered that in one go The live broadcast reported that there had been fallen branches an hour earlier of landing and heavy rain.
Additionally, called on citizens to protect themselves due to the strength of the meteor, which made landfall as a Category 5 hurricane.
Acapulco will recover in two years, assures AMLO
According to AMLO, the municipality of Acapulco You will be fully recoveredor the devastation left behind by Hurricane Otis in a period of 2 years.
As an example of the recovery, the President cited the restoration of the electricity supply, which is “practically” fully functioning.
He also confirmed this By December 25, “the changes will be noticeable” for the people of Acapulco and Coyuca de Benites Thanks to the investments that the federal government will make,
However, he admitted this The community’s full recovery will depend on investments to restore the hotel industrysince Acapulco’s economy depends on tourism.
“A week has passed since this tragedy… and the power supply has been practically restored… It will depend more than anything on the investments made to restore the hotel industry, but what does that have to do with the people.. I would tell you that the changes will be noticeable as early as December. “We want Christmas to be different”
AMLO
3 foreigners died due to Hurricane Otis in Acapulco, AMLO confirms
For his part, President AMLO confirmed that a A total of three foreigners died in Acapulco due to Hurricane Otis who were at the yacht club at the time of the meteor’s arrival.
He also emphasized that the dead were foreigners of American, Canadian and English nationality They weren’t tourists, but local residents Community.
He also shared that 17 foreigners have not yet been located and 348 have already been found as many took refuge in their boats.
AMLO presents reconstruction plan for Acapulco and Coyuca de Benítez
president AMLO shared the 20 points of the reconstruction plan for Acapulco and Coyuca de Benítez after the passage of Hurricane Otis this November 1st.
“We have a budget to fund all of these needs and programs, and we view the allocation of these resources not as an expense, but as an investment…We have unlimited resources when it comes to supporting the population.”
AMLO
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Evelyn Salgado presents report; The death toll from hurricanes remains at 46
Evelyn SalgadoGovernor of Guerrero, presented the report on the impact in the state, especially in Acapulco, after Passing of Hurricane Otis.
Eight days after the hurricane hit the country, Evelyn Salgado reiterated that it had “caused enormous devastation” because it was of unprecedented magnitude.
He also shared that There are 46 dead and 58 missing according to the Attorney General’s Office of the state of Guerrero.
“We are convinced, Mr. President, that we will move forward together, with the will and support of the entire Mexican people…Acapulco will rise again.”
Evelyn Salgado, Governor of Guerrero
On the other hand, he emphasized that this would be the case until November 1st 394 people were found alive who were found completely incommunicado.
Other measures taken Acapulco and Coyuca de Benitos Are:
- Street cleaning
- Distribution of water and food rations
- medical care with caravans
Ministry of Finance: More than 61 billion pesos will be invested in the reconstruction of Acapulco after Otis
On his part Rogelio Ramírez de la O said it plans to allocate more than 61 billion pesos the reconstruction of Acapulco after Hurricane Otis from Guerrero.
According to the head of the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit, the 20 points of the reconstruction plan must be adhered to A total of 61,313 million pesos will be allocated who think about it:
- Advance payment of pensions
- Expansion of the “Youth Building the Future” program.
- Double scholarships
- Extension of Infonavit, Fovissste and IMSS
- easy service
- Easy basket delivery
- Maintenance of houses and premises
- Credits to hoteliers
- Credits for the word
- Infrastructure restoration
- Tax cancellation for 5 months
- National Guard barracks
- National financial loans
- Payment of half of the loan interest
- Road rehabilitation
- household items
- Electrical infrastructure
- School recreation
- Support for producers and fishermen
Families from Pie de la Cuesta sleep outdoors
According to a report by N+ 80% of Pie de la Cuesta families sleep outside because their houses were destroyed by them Hurricane Otis.
Pide de la Cuesta is located 15 km from the center of Acapulco, but was affected because it is located next to the sea.
Citizens recalled being trapped for several hours after Otis’ death; Beyond that tooAt the moment there is neither electricity nor water.
On the other hand, they emphasized that they managed to survive because some people gave them food and claimed so Anyone who does not present their voter ID card will not receive food.
The official death toll remains at 46; Locals say there are more of them
According to official information from the federal and state governmentsThe death toll in Acapulco from Hurricane Otis remains at 46; In addition, they report 58 missing people.
However, locals claim that there are many more deaths than officially reported.
According to the Guild of Fishermen and Sailors of Acapulco, at least 200 dead colleagues and disappeared.
According to Juan Carlos Trejo, a worker on the Astur boat, “everyone who anchored at the naval base” did not have much chance of protecting themselves, and he stressed that “not a live yacht was visible from the breakwater or the bays is.” .”
The Mexican Red Cross of Morelos is supporting Acapulco after the passage of Otis
Those in turn The Morelos delegation of the Mexican Red Cross said it was supporting Acapulco due to the damage caused by Hurricane Otis in Guerrero.
He also confirmed that a delegation had been sent to Guerrero to provide medical care and assistance to those in need.
According to Morelos Red Cross relief coordinator Mauricio Díaz, Six doctors and four paramedics are already deployed in the affected area who provide support in the area of emergency care and remain on site until the largest possible number of people can be cared for.