MEXICO CITY, Mexico — The devastating floods that have ravaged central and eastern Mexico have now claimed the lives of at least 64 people, with an additional 65 individuals still unaccounted for, according to official reports released on Monday. The catastrophic flooding, triggered by relentless and heavy rainfall, has primarily impacted the states of Veracruz, Hidalgo, and Puebla. Laura Velazquez, the head of Mexico’s civil defense authorities, confirmed the grim statistics, highlighting the severity of the situation. The torrential rains have caused rivers to overflow, inundating communities, destroying infrastructure, and displacing thousands of residents. Emergency response teams are working tirelessly to locate the missing and provide aid to those affected. The Mexican government has called for increased support and resources to address the crisis, as the region braces for the possibility of further rainfall. This disaster underscores the growing vulnerability of communities to extreme weather events, which are becoming more frequent and intense due to climate change.