Pope Francis Expresses Solidarity with Victims of Flooding in Bahía Blanca from Gemelli Hospital
Aerial photography of streets flooded by heavy rains this Friday, in Bahía Blanca. Mar 10, 2025 Photo: EFE
March 10, 2025 Hour: 4:52 pm
The pontiff, who has been hospitalized for 25 days, showed he was informed about the critical situation in Bahía Blanca, where heavy rains have caused devastation, leaving over a hundred people missing and 1,450 evacuated to 13 shelters.
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Pope Francis has sent a message of condolence and support to the population affected by the recent floods in Bahía Blanca, Argentina. Through a telegram addressed to the city’s bishop, Carlos Alfonso Azpiroz, the pontiff expressed his sorrow over the natural disaster that has claimed at least 16 lives and left numerous people missing.
In his heartfelt message, the Pope offered “fervent prayers for the eternal rest of the deceased” and expressed his spiritual closeness to those suffering during this time of pain and uncertainty. “Imploring the Lord to grant comfort to the bereaved and to all who are suffering,” the Pope also called on the community to come together in prayer and support for the affected.
The pontiff, who has been hospitalized for 25 days, showed he was informed about the critical situation in Bahía Blanca, where heavy rains have caused devastation, leaving over a hundred people missing and 1,450 evacuated to 13 shelters. Additionally, it was mentioned that two young girls remain missing, further deepening the community’s anguish.
Francis also asked God to “sustain with His grace all those committed to the search for the missing and to the arduous process of rebuilding the devastated areas.” In an act of faith, he invoked Our Lady of Mercy to intercede for all those affected.
As the region works to recover, the Southern Energy Distribution Company (EDES) has managed to restore electricity to 55% of the area, while in towns like Cerri, residents still face power outages. The response to this crisis continues, with a team of 400 workers deployed to accelerate the reconnection of electricity.
The Pope’s message not only resonates as an act of compassion from the Gemelli Hospital where he is currently admitted but also serves as a reminder of the power of solidarity and hope in times of adversity.
Autor: MLM
Fuente: EFE
