He Pope Francisco has expressed its “deep sorrow” for the victims and victims of Hurricane Otis, which hit Acapulco, in Guerrero, Mexico. The climate phenomenon left at least 27 dead and extensive material damage.
“His Holiness Francisco, deeply saddened to learn of the natural disaster that is affecting those coasts of Guerrero. Causing victims, injuries and numerous material damages. He offers fervent suffrages for the eternal repose of the deceased.” This is stated in a telegram sent in his name to the Archbishop of Acapulco, Leopoldo González, by his Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin.
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— Pope Francis (@Pontifex_es) October 26, 2023
Pope Francis prays for those who died after Otis passed through Mexico
And he adds: “At the same time, he asks the Lord to grant his consolation to those suffering from the devastating effects of the hurricane and pray that he will increase feelings of ardent charity in the Christian community to collaborate in the reconstruction of the affected areas.”
Francisco, with this letter, “wishes to extend his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, as well as his paternal concern and spiritual closeness to the wounded and victims of the beloved town of Acapulco, to whom he wholeheartedly imparts the comforting apostolic blessing. as a sign of faith and hope in the resurrected Christ.”
Hurricane Otis has left 27 dead after impacting as a category 5 in Acapulco, one of the main tourist destinations in the country.
