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Heavy rains leave 8 communities unconnected in Coixtlahuaca, Oaxaca; bridge collapses
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Heavy rains leave 8 communities unconnected in Coixtlahuaca, Oaxaca; bridge collapses

Intense rains in the Mixteca-Chocholteca region of Oaxaca caused a bridge collapse on the Tamazulápam-Tepelmeme highway near Magdalena Jicotlán, leaving eight communities isolated. Local authorities and residents report that the river's flooding undermined the structure, leading to the collapse. The damaged bridge has been in disrepair since 2021 and lacked maintenance. Municipal President Jair López Peralta explained that this road is critical for residents traveling to Tamazulapan for services and shopping. He called for urgent repairs from Caminos de Bienestar (Cabien) and the state government, noting that the road remains neglected despite repeated requests. Residents and officials urge caution due to ongoing rain and risks of further landslides and road damage.

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El Universal logoEl UniversalIndependentCenterFactual 85Objective 784 days ago
Heavy rains leave 8 communities unconnected in Coixtlahuaca, Oaxaca; bridge collapses

Intense rains in the Mixteca-Chocholteca region of Oaxaca caused a bridge collapse on the Tamazulápam-Tepelmeme highway near Magdalena Jicotlán, leaving eight communities isolated. Local authorities and residents report that the river's flooding undermined the structure, leading to the collapse. The damaged bridge has been in disrepair since 2021 and lacked maintenance. Municipal President Jair López Peralta explained that this road is critical for residents traveling to Tamazulapan for services and shopping. He called for urgent repairs from Caminos de Bienestar (Cabien) and the state government, noting that the road remains neglected despite repeated requests. Residents and officials urge caution due to ongoing rain and risks of further landslides and road damage.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual account of infrastructure issues and calls for governmental action without overtly criticizing or praising specific political entities. It focuses on the technical and logistical challenges faced by local authorities and residents, rather than taking a partisan stance.

Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 78): The article provides detailed information about the collapsed bridge and affected communities, aligning with cross-source consensus. It includes quotes from local authorities, which adds credibility. However, it contains some subjective language like 'intensas lluvias' and 'deterioró desde el 2021',

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