Evelyn Salgado

Evelyn Salgado is the governor of the southern Mexican state of Guerrero. She recently provided information to the press regarding the casualties caused by Hurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel. According to Salgado, at least five people died as these weather systems battered Mexico's Pacific coast, leading to widespread flooding, downed trees, and electricity poles, as well as blocked roads and inundated homes. Specifically, she mentioned the death of a 71-year-old man in Chilpancingo, the capital of Guerrero, due to a collapsed wall. Salgado's statements highlight the severe impact of these storms on the region and her role in communicating critical updates to the public during natural disasters. The news underscores the ongoing challenges faced by coastal communities in Mexico due to intense weather events.