Argentina issues red alert for storms across 16 provinces

Argentina is bracing for a significant shift in weather as the National Meteorological Service (SMN) has issued a red alert for storms affecting 16 provinces. This alert signals the arrival of an unstable weather front bringing intense gusts and the potential for hail, particularly in the central and northern regions of the country.

The province of Buenos Aires and the capital city are anticipating a change by Wednesday, with forecasts predicting rain throughout the day and strong winds reaching up to 50 kilometers per hour at night. This follows a Tuesday with overcast skies and a low probability of precipitation, highlighting the rapid development of the weather system.

The red alert specifically targets areas including eastern Salta, Chaco, eastern Santiago del Estero, northern Córdoba, northern Santa Fe, and western Corrientes. These regions are warned of strong to severe thunderstorms, characterized by heavy rainfall, frequent electrical activity, and the possibility of hail. The SMN also cautioned about wind gusts that could reach up to 90 kilometers per hour, posing a risk to the public. Yellow alerts are in effect for other provinces, indicating heavy rain, electrical activity, and gusts up to 80 kilometers per hour, while some southern regions face warnings for rain and potential snowfall in higher elevations.