Flash floods in Argentina

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One of the heaviest storms on record caused flash floods in Argentina between 1–3 April.

Last Updated

22 October 2020

Published on

01 April 2013

The worst floods were in the city of La Plata, near Buenos Aires, where 180 mm of rain was recorded in 24 hours. More than 50 people reportedly died.

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