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Yellow Alert for Storms and Heavy Rains in Buenos Aires

Argentina's National Meteorological Service has issued a yellow alert for the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area. Heavy rain, storms, hail, and winds up to 80 km/h are expected, which could cause flooding and disrupt traffic. Authorities have provided safety recommendations.


Yellow Alert for Storms and Heavy Rains in Buenos Aires

The National Meteorological Service (SMN) issued a yellow alert for the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area (AMBA) due to the arrival of rain and storms, with possible hail, during the early morning of Thursday, April 2, 2026. Until now, the alert was for the night of Wednesday, but in the latest SMN report, accessed by the Argentine News Agency (NA), it was modified for a few hours. According to the agency, the area will be affected by phenomena of varied intensity, some of them locally strong and capable of causing complications. What to expect in the coming hours According to the official bulletin, the storms will be accompanied mainly by abundant rainfall, with estimated accumulations between 30 and 70 millimeters, which could be exceeded in isolated areas. In addition, the presence of the following is not ruled out: electrical activity, occasional hail, gusts of wind reaching up to 80 km/h. These conditions could cause temporary flooding, falling branches, and difficulties in circulation. Recommendations during a yellow alert In this scenario, the National Meteorological Service issued a series of recommendations to reduce risks: avoid going out during storms, do not take out the trash and keep drains and manholes clean, disconnect appliances and cut off the electricity if water enters the home, stay away from doors and windows, secure or remove objects that could be blown away. If you are outdoors, seek shelter in a closed place like a house or vehicle. Unstable day The alert is framed in a day marked by instability in the AMBA, with conditions that could gradually improve as the day goes by. Authorities recommend staying informed through official channels and taking precautions, especially during the early morning, when the period of greatest storm intensity is expected.

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