Yellow Alert for rains and hail in Buenos Aires: when the storms arrive

The National Meteorological Service (SMN) announced rains for this Tuesday, July 4, 2023 in the Federal Capital and the Buenos Aires suburbs, something that will last for the next few days. The rains will reach the Federal Capital and its surroundings only towards the night of this Tuesday, beginning the instability after 19 hours. In turn, part of the central area of the province of Buenos Aires and the Atlantic coast, between the party of La Costa passing through Mar del Plata to Necochea, are under yellow alert for strong storms and possible hail. This hail alert in the heart of the province would begin in the morning and only at night would the weather begin to improve, but the rains would continue until Thursday.“The area will be affected by storms of varying intensity, some of which may be locally strong. It is expected that they will be accompanied by gusts, occasional hail, electrical activity and mainly abundant water fall in short periods. Total precipitation values between 35 and 50 mm are estimated, and may be exceeded in a timely manner”, reported the SMNMecomendaciones del SMN por la alerta amarilla1- Do not take out the garbage. Remove objects that prevent water from running off.
2- Avoid outdoor activities.
3- Do not take refuge near trees and electricity poles that can fall.
4- To minimize the risk of being struck by lightning, do not stay on beaches, rivers, lagoons or pools.
5- Be attentive to the possible fall of hail.
6- Inform yourself by the authorities. Always have an emergency backpack ready with flashlight, radio, documents and telephone.

Original source in Spanish