SMN Issues Alerts for Strong Storms in Argentina: Hail and Gusts of Wind Expected – Safety Tips Included

2024-03-19 09:24:13

The National Meteorological Service (SMN) once once more issued alerts for strong storms this Tuesday, which might include hail and gusts of wind, with several areas affected.

The agency indicated that the yellow alert applies this Tuesday for the City of Buenos Aires, the entire province of Buenos Aires, the northeast of La Pampa, the south of Córdoba, north and center of Santa Fe, north and west of Entre Ríos, all Currents except the north, center and south of Santiago del Estero, northwest of Salta and all of Jujuy except the mountain range.

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The agency reported that “the area will be affected by storms, some locally strong. “They may be accompanied by intense gusts, significant electrical activity, occasional hail falls and mainly abundant falls of water in short periods.”

In this framework, accumulated precipitation values ​​are estimated between 40 and 80 mm, which may be exceeded from time to time.

recommendations

-Do not take out the trash. Remove objects that prevent water from draining.

-Avoid outdoor activities.

-Do not take shelter near trees and electricity poles that may fall.

-To minimize the risk of being struck by lightning, do not stay on beaches, rivers, lagoons or pools.

-Be alert to the possible fall of hail.

-Get information from the authorities. Always have an emergency backpack ready with a flashlight, radio, documents and telephone.

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