Yellow Alert Issued for Heavy Rains and Hail in Mexico City Boroughs

Mexico City authorities have activated a yellow alert across 10 of the capital's boroughs due to forecasts of heavy rainfall and potential hail this Friday afternoon and evening. The alert covers areas including Álvaro Obregón, Azcapotzalco, Benito Juárez, Coyoacán, Cuauhtémoc, Cuajimalpa, Gustavo A. Madero, Magdalena Contreras, Miguel Hidalgo, and Tlalpan. Residents in these zones should prepare for between 15 to 29 millimeters of rain and possible hail between 4:15 PM and 11:00 PM. The Secretariat of Integral Risk Management and Civil Protection (SGIRPC) urged the public to take preventative measures. These include carrying umbrellas or raincoats, watering plants with the collected rainwater, clearing debris from drains to prevent blockages, and avoiding pouring grease into the sewer system. Motorists are advised to exercise caution due to potential water accumulation, debris, and fallen objects. The SGIRPC also warned people to stay away from structures, trees, and power lines that appear at risk of falling.