Rains interrupt burial and leave coffin exposed in Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata. – A scene of great impact was recorded in the province of Puerto Plata, where the intense rains forced the interruption of a burial, leaving a coffin exposed on a niche in a cemetery. The event occurred amidst the heavy downpours that have affected a large part of the northern zone of the country, causing flash floods and complicating traffic in different sectors. The rapid accumulation of water would have generated conditions that prevented the funeral from continuing. The image of the exposed coffin has generated surprise and concern, revealing how climatic conditions can alter even moments as delicate as a farewell.

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Precipitation is associated with a trough that maintains instability over the national territory, with forecasts of more rain in several regions.

Faced with this situation, the authorities reiterated the call for the population to stay in safe places, avoid areas prone to flooding, and follow the guidance of emergency services.