Mexico City issues double alert for heavy rain and hail across all boroughs

Mexico City is bracing for significant rainfall and potential hail as the Secretariat of Integral Risk Management and Civil Protection (SGIRPC) issued a double alert for Friday evening, June 19. The alerts cover all boroughs of the capital, signaling a need for residents to prepare for adverse weather conditions.

An orange alert has been activated for Álvaro Obregón, Cuajimalpa, Magdalena Contreras, and Tlalpan. These areas are forecast to receive between 30 and 49 millimeters of rain, accompanied by possible hail, from 1:30 PM until midnight on Saturday, June 20. This level of rainfall indicates a risk of flash flooding and significant disruption.

Simultaneously, a yellow alert is in effect for Azcapotzalco, Benito Juárez, Coyoacán, Cuauhtémoc, Gustavo A. Madero, Iztacalco, Iztapalapa, Miguel Hidalgo, Milpa Alta, Tláhuac, Venustiano Carranza, and Xochimilco. These boroughs can expect rainfall between 15 and 29 millimeters, also with a chance of hail, during the same period. While less intense than the orange alert areas, these conditions still warrant caution.

The SGIRPC has provided specific recommendations for the public. Residents are urged to carry umbrellas or raincoats, use water efficiently for plants, and ensure drainage systems are clear of debris. They are also advised to avoid driving through flooded streets, exercise caution due to potential debris from damaged trees or structures, and stay away from areas near walls, trees, power lines, and billboards that appear at risk of falling.