Acapulco's Desperate Plea for Help After Hurricane Otis

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Acapulco's Desperate Plea for Help After Hurricane Otis
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Hurricane Otis has caused extensive damage in Acapulco, Mexico, with at least 27 people dead and many more missing. The storm has left the city in desperate need of assistance, as residents and tourists report receiving little help. Tourist areas have been devastated, with up to 80% of hotels damaged. Looting has become widespread as people struggle to find food and water. The government has deployed troops and buses to evacuate residents and tourists, but access to the city remains challenging due to impassable roads. Working-class neighborhoods have also been severely affected, with residents facing mud-filled homes and destroyed belongings.

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