Heavy rainfall across the island of Hispaniola has killed at least 16 people in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, according to local authorities and media reports.
Days of continuous rain triggered severe flooding in several northern areas of Haiti, where at least 12 deaths were reported. Affected communities include Port-de-Paix, Saint-Louis du Nord, and Anse-à-Foleur. Local reports say floodwaters swept through homes and roads, causing widespread damage and forcing residents to flee.
In neighboring Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti, at least four people were killed. Authorities said some victims were swept away by fast-moving rivers, while an infant died after a wall collapsed during the storm.
Emergency officials in the Dominican Republic also reported that more than 30,000 people have been evacuated as a precaution. Meteorologists have warned that rainfall could intensify again in the coming days, raising fears of further flooding and landslides.
The heavy rain has also affected nearby regions, including Puerto Rico, where authorities urged residents to avoid flooded roads and warned that rain conditions could continue through the day.
The disaster comes just days after another tragic incident in northern Haiti, where 25 people were killed in a stampede at the Laferrière Citadel during an annual event. Sudden rain at the time caused panic as crowds rushed to leave the site.
Local authorities across the region are now focusing on emergency response, rescue operations, and shelter for displaced families. Many communities remain cut off due to flooded roads and damaged infrastructure.
Meteorological agencies continue to monitor the situation as the Caribbean hurricane and rainy season approaches, raising concerns that further extreme weather could worsen the impact on already vulnerable areas.
For now, officials are urging residents in high-risk zones to remain alert and follow evacuation instructions as weather conditions remain unstable.
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