Uruguay Issues Updated Alert for Severe Storms and Heavy Rainfall Through August 20

Uruguay's National Institute of Meteorology (Inumet) has issued an updated special alert for severe storms and heavy rainfall expected to persist across the country until Thursday, August 20. The alert highlights that a semi-stationary front will continue to affect Uruguay, bringing copious rainfall and very strong storms, particularly impacting the northern, central, and eastern regions. Daily precipitation is forecast to be significant, ranging between 70-100 mm, with accumulated totals potentially surpassing 250 mm in certain areas. Temporary improvements in weather conditions are anticipated, mainly on Wednesday, August 19. Inumet also warned that areas experiencing storms could face very strong wind gusts, hail, and intense electrical activity. Following the semi-stationary front, the institute predicts strong and persistent winds from the south, with speeds expected between 40-60 km/h and gusts reaching 60-80 km/h. This is attributed to an increase in the pressure gradient caused by a developing depression. This weather system is expected to initially affect the western coastal areas before moving eastward and impacting the entire coastline.

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A semi-stationary front will continue to affect the country until Thursday the 20th with copious rainfall and very strong storms. The most affected areas will be the north, center and east.