Double alert issued for heavy rain and hail across Mexico City

Authorities in Mexico City have activated a double alert, warning of heavy rainfall and the potential for hail across all of the capital's boroughs. The Secretariat of Integral Risk Management and Civil Protection (SGIRPC) issued the warnings as adverse weather conditions are expected.

An orange alert has been declared for the boroughs of Álvaro Obregón, Cuajimalpa, Magdalena Contreras, and Tlalpan. These areas are forecast to experience rainfall between 30 and 49 millimeters, accompanied by possible hail. The alert is in effect from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Simultaneously, a yellow alert has been issued for the remaining boroughs: Azcapotzalco, Benito Juárez, Coyoacán, Cuauhtémoc, Gustavo A. Madero, Iztacalco, Iztapalapa, Miguel Hidalgo, Milpa Alta, Tláhuac, Venustiano Carranza, and Xochimilco. While the rainfall intensity may be lower, the possibility of hail persists.

In response to the forecast, the SGIRPC has advised residents to take precautionary measures. These include carrying umbrellas or raincoats, using water efficiently for plants, clearing drains of debris, and avoiding pouring grease into the drainage system. The public is also urged to exercise caution when traveling through flooded areas, drive carefully due to potential debris, and stay clear of structures like walls, trees, and power lines that may be at risk of falling.