Flash flooding struck the El Mante neighborhood in Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico, on the evening of June 24, 2025, after the Arroyo Seco river suddenly overflowed following intense rainfall. Torrents of muddy water surged into streets and homes, causing widespread damage and halting local transportation.
Floodwaters reportedly reached depths of up to 1.8 meters (5.9 feet) in low-lying areas such as Sonora Street and the adjacent sports courts. Residents were caught off guard by the rapid rise, with many unable to evacuate or safeguard belongings in time. Around 30 homes were inundated, with water levels surpassing kitchen countertops in some cases. The flooding left behind thick layers of mud and debris, further complicating cleanup efforts.
Derivado de la lluvia de este martes, en la colonia El Mante vehículos fueron arrastrados por la corriente y múltiples viviendas sufrieron inundaciones#TráficoZMGPeriodismoCiudadano pic.twitter.com/6gJlLFeN5Y
— TráficoZMGuadalajara (@Trafico_ZMG) June 25, 2025
Vehicles were also swept away by the forceful current, highlighting the speed and power of the flash flood. Public transport came to a standstill, and several roadways were rendered impassable.
Local residents noted that this is at least the fourth major flooding event in El Mante over the past decade, but described this one as the most severe in terms of both water volume and sediment deposits.
En la colonia El Mante límites entre Zapopan y San Pedro Tlaquepaque se llevaron un gran susto con la creciente del Arroyo El Seco ➡️ pic.twitter.com/w9fstbnPk2
— DK 1250 (@dk1250) June 25, 2025
The flooding coincided with broader rainfall events across the Guadalajara metropolitan region, affecting multiple municipalities including Zapopan, Tlaquepaque, and Guadalajara. Authorities are currently working to drain flooded zones, clear debris, and assess infrastructure damage.
No fatalities have been reported as of June 25, though assessments are ongoing.
