The first working week of April will begin in the worst possible way in the City of Buenos Aires and the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area (AMBA), as the National Meteorological Service (SMN) has issued yellow alerts for rain, storms, and strong winds for Monday and Tuesday. For this reason, according to the report accessed by the Argentine News Agency, the official body will issue recommendations regarding the rain and strong winds expected in the AMBA area.
Rain and storms: SMN alerts For Monday, rain is expected throughout the day in the Federal Capital and its surroundings, but the worst will come at night, according to the alert issued by the SMN. According to the official report, the area will be affected by rain, some of it locally heavy. Accumulated precipitation values of between 30 and 60 mm are expected, which could be exceeded in isolated areas.
The presence of storms embedded within the areas under alert is not ruled out.
Recommendations due to rain: • Avoid outdoor activities. • Do not take out the trash. • Remove objects that prevent water from draining. • Stay away from coastal and riverside areas. • Stay informed by the authorities. • Always have an emergency backpack ready with a flashlight, radio, documents, and a phone.
When the strong winds alert is in effect The strong winds alert is in effect for the late evening of Monday and the early morning of Tuesday, April 7.
The area will be affected by southerly winds with speeds between 35 and 50 km/h, with gusts that can exceed 70 km/h.
Recommendations due to strong winds: • Avoid going out. • Remove or secure objects that could be blown away by the wind, such as plant pots, chairs, or awnings. • Close and stay away from doors and windows. • Do not take shelter under canopies, billboards, trees, or posts. • Exercise caution when driving.
