# Galápagos Flooding Claims One Life

> El Niño floods in Galápagos leave one dead and over 2,000 affected.
- Title: Galápagos Flooding Claims One Life · MercoPress | Shortify
- Summary: El Niño floods in Galápagos leave one dead and over 2,000 affected. One person died and more than 2,000 people were affected by El Niño flooding in…
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- Source: MercoPress — https://en.mercopress.com/2026/11/05/one-dead-and-more-than-2-000-affected-by-el-nino-flooding-in-the-galapagos
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## Flooding Impact
Heavy rains linked to El Niño triggered flash floods on Santa Cruz island in Ecuador's Galápagos archipelago.
## Casualties and Response
One person died and more than 2,000 affected, with water reaching three meters deep in some neighborhoods.
## Rescue Efforts
Fire chief Freddy López reported rescues using kayaks and Zodiacs, with most people brought to safety.
## Relief Measures
Authorities announced road repairs, debris removal, housing vouchers, and 1,000 food kits for affected families.
## Key takeaway

One person died and more than 2,000 people were affected by El Niño flooding in Galápagos, with authorities repairing roads and distributing aid.