A severe storm alert has been issued for Thursday, September 19, 2024, affecting Buenos Aires City, its metropolitan area, and eight other provinces in Argentina. The National Meteorological Service warns of potentially strong storms accompanied by hail.
The alert encompasses the entire Buenos Aires province, as well as Entre Ríos, Corrientes, southern Chaco, northeastern and southeastern Santa Fe, eastern La Pampa, and Río Negro. Heavy rainfall, intense electrical activity, and gusts of wind reaching up to 80 km/h are expected, with precipitation accumulations estimated between 20 to 40 mm, potentially exceeding these amounts locally.
In Buenos Aires City, the heaviest rainfall is anticipated to occur around 11 AM and continue until 3 PM.
This weather event could disrupt daily activities and pose risks to public safety, highlighting the need for preparedness among residents in the affected areas.