A total of 47 cases different twists caused minor damage for the effects of Hurricane Kay in Sinaloa, revealed Miguel Hernandez Fonseca.

The president of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce, Services and Tourism of Sinaloa explained that those who suffered the more serious affectations were the restaurants located in the Stone Island, Mazatlan, while the others only reported floods and leaksin particular establishments located in low areas.

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“We have the report that 47 businesses have been affected statewide, only minimal damage. There are no closed businesses, all are operating normally“, said.

In the case of the restaurants of the beach of Avenida Del Mar they had to pick up the furniture to prevent them from being dragged due to the strong waves that are recorded in Mazatlan.

Hernández Fonseca commented that most reports They sent them from Ahome, Guamúchil, Guasave and Salvador Alvarado.

The Merchant Chief called to be vigilant meteorological conditions and the recommendations of the corresponding authorities, in order to prevent any accident in this rainy season.

In addition, he highlighted the quick response from Civil protection in Mazatlánwho immediately went to the aid of the affected population by the floods.

Damage assessment

According Damage assessment carried out by municipal officials, in Mazatlán there were at least two establishments with visible damage caused by the storm surge, added to the 12 restaurants of Isla de la Piedra and the 200 umbrellas or palapas that were hit there.