4 Missing, Thousands Evacuated as Floods Sweep Argentina

Severe flooding across parts of Argentina has left four people missing and forced the evacuation of thousands, following three days of relentless rainfall that submerged entire communities.

According to the National Emergency Agency, at least 3,700 people were evacuated from their homes in the Buenos Aires region alone. While no fatalities have been officially reported, authorities remain concerned about the ongoing risk to life and infrastructure as floodwaters continue to rise.

Local Security Minister Javier Alonso confirmed the extensive damage, noting that entire areas were inundated, with emergency teams working around the clock to assist affected families. 

Heavy rains have overwhelmed drainage systems, causing roads and farmlands to disappear beneath the water.

Several school buses were caught in the flooding, according to local outlet Infobae. In a dramatic rescue, helicopters were deployed to save 37 children and four teachers who were stranded for nearly 20 hours after being surrounded by rising floodwaters.

National television channel TN reported similar scenes of emergency rescues, as helicopters and boats were dispatched to hard-hit rural areas. Authorities have urged residents in vulnerable zones to evacuate early and remain alert to further rainfall warnings issued by meteorological services.