Yellow Alert Issued for Extreme Cold in Several Argentine Provinces

A significant cold snap is gripping parts of Argentina, prompting the National Meteorological Service (SMN) to issue a yellow alert for extreme cold in several provinces. This alert signifies that meteorological phenomena may have effects on the health of the population, underscoring the seriousness of the approaching low temperatures.

The provinces of Tucumán, Santiago del Estero, Chaco, and Corrientes are specifically named as areas under the yellow alert. In these regions, minimum temperatures are forecast to plummet to around 0°C, with maximums struggling to reach 15°C. The cold will be exacerbated by isolated wind gusts reaching up to 40 kilometers per hour, creating a harsh and potentially dangerous environment.

The SMN emphasizes that these conditions pose a particular risk to vulnerable populations, including children and individuals over 65 with chronic illnesses. The alert serves as a crucial public health warning, urging residents in affected areas to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the extreme cold. Recommendations have been issued to help mitigate the health impacts of this sudden temperature drop.

Meanwhile, the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area (AMBA) is not under an extreme cold alert, though residents will still experience cold weather consistent with the season. Temperatures in the city of Buenos Aires are expected to hover around 10°C, with a minimum of 7°C and a maximum of 13°C. Similar conditions are forecast for the province of Buenos Aires, with slightly higher maximums but still chilly temperatures and cloudy skies.