Last week, Tabasco, a state located in the south of Mexico, was devastated by torrential rains and flooding . The scenes in Tabasco were reminiscent of Hurricane Katrina--flood victims stranded, standing on their homes with no help in sight. Early reports say that up to 800,000 people may be left homeless, as over 80% of the state is underwater. All of the state's crops have been lost, resulting in a tremendous economic loss for farmers and exporters.
Mexican President Felipe Calderon has sent in the Mexican military to assist with the rescue efforts, but due to the fact that victims can only by reached by boat and helicopter the rescue will take some time. Rain is in the forecast for this week, so the people of Tabasco will not see relief for some time.
Tabasco from the Air
Please donate to the Cruz Roja (Red Cross) or any other organization that is organizing relief efforts. The people of Tabasco need your help!
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