Floods in Venezuela

Venezuela experiences annual flooding due to intense and prolonged rainfall. This leads to river overflows and landslides, particularly in mountainous and coastal regions.^[1] The Guaire River, which flows through Caracas, is prone to flooding due to its sharp curves and debris accumulation.

History

In December 1999, a significant flooding event known as the Vargas Tragedy occurred, resulting in an estimated 10,000 to 30,000 fatalities and $1.79 to $3.5 billion USD in damages.^[2] In 2020, climate-related disasters in Venezuela led to $30 million USD in economic losses.^[3] By 2023, the number of individuals directly affected by such disasters had decreased to 112.^[4]