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Mexico City issues yellow alert for heavy rain and possible hail

From El Universal · () Spanish

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  • Mexico City activated a yellow alert for heavy rain and possible hail during the afternoon and evening.
  • Authorities forecast rainfall of 15 to 29 millimeters between 4:55 p.m. and 10 p.m. across all boroughs.
  • Residents were urged to clear drains, avoid flooded roads and keep away from potentially dangerous trees, walls, power lines and billboards.

Mexico City’s Secretariat of Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection activated a yellow alert for heavy rain and possible hail across all boroughs.

Rainfall of between 15 and 29 millimeters was forecast from 4:55 p.m. to 10 p.m., with hail also possible during that period.

Authorities advised residents to carry an umbrella or raincoat, clear drains of rubbish and other obstructions, and avoid pouring grease into the drainage system. They also urged people to avoid waterlogged or flooded routes and to drive carefully because fallen trees or other objects could be on the roads.

Residents were told to stay away from walls, trees, power cables and billboards that appeared at risk of falling. Emergencies can be reported to 911, Locatel at 555658-1111, or the Secretariat of Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection at 555683-2222.

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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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