2009 El Salvador floods and mudslides
| Meteorological history | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 7–8 November 2009 |
| Overall effects | |
| Fatalities | 199 total |
| Damage | $239 million (2009 USD) |
| Areas affected | El Salvador |
The 2009 El Salvador floods and mudslides occurred November 6–9 affecting areas including San Salvador, La Paz, Cuscatlan, Usulutan and San Vicente. The disaster was triggered by a low-pressure system from the Pacific, and flooding from heavy rains caused mud and rock slides that killed approximately 130 people and left 60 missing.