In Bahia Blanca, Argentina, heavy rains resulted in at least 10 casualties and severe flooding on Friday, with over 260 millimeters (10 inches) of rain falling rapidly. The downpour led to bridge destruction and road collapses, with authorities warning there may be additional fatalities.

Local authorities announced the mobilization of various resources, including municipal teams, provincial government officials, navy, and army, for relief efforts. The city, located 600 km (400 miles) from Buenos Aires, witnessed the evacuation of homes and health facilities, including a scene of mothers fleeing a flooded hospital with their babies.

Security Minister Patricia Bullrich and Defense Minister Luis Petri personally visited the inundated city, sharing images of military trucks navigating the flooded streets at night on social media.

In response to the crisis, President Javier Milei canceled his planned engagements in Mendoza province on Saturday, with no confirmation yet on whether he would travel to Bahia Blanca.

Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced a financial aid package of 10 billion pesos ($9.2 million) for Bahia Blanca, a city with 300,000 residents in Buenos Aires province.