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Two hikers dead and seven rescued in flooding on the Caribbean island of Martinique

Nine hikers were swept away by a swollen river near Didier waterfall in Fort-de-France, Martinique, resulting in two deaths and seven rescues in May 2025.
Heavy rains and forecasters' warnings over recent days caused the river to rise suddenly, leading to the hikers' entrapment and emergency response.
On Wednesday, authorities deployed helicopters and infrared-equipped drones to locate and assist seven hikers who were found conscious, while another was discovered in cardiac arrest.
An official announcement released Tuesday evening confirmed the sudden increase in water levels and explained that rescue operations utilized helicopters and infrared-equipped drones.
The incident underscores the persistent risk of flooding on Martinique, with heavy rainfall forecasted to last through the end of the week, potentially complicating safety and rescue efforts.

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