Belmopan, Belize, 24 October - (Belizean.com) More rains have returned to Belize leading to widespread floods in the Western and Central areas of the country and accompanying damage to property, infrastructure and services. The first confirmed loss of life occurred last night when two Nigerian Technical Aid volunteers drowned when the canoe they were using to cross the Sittee River in the Stann Creek District capsized.
Access to the Western border of Belize with Guatemala at Benque Viejo del Carmen has been cut off again as the highway has been closed by authorities due to flooding. Flash floods have been reported in western Belize and flood waters are begining to affect villages and access roads in the Belize District.
Portions of the Cayo District have been declared disaster areas by the government of Belize and losses in the agricultural sector have been estimated at $15 million. Rains and floods are expected to continue into the weekend.
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