On Saturday morning, the coast of Mar del Plata presented an unusual panorama: the beach practically disappeared under the water due to a high tide phenomenon, fueled by strong morning winds. The most striking images came from Playa Grande, where the sea advanced to the line of tents and umbrellas, surprising tourists and concessionaires. According to Agencia Noticias Argentinas, the situation required constant monitoring by Civil Defense. Alfredo RodrÃguez, head of the area, confirmed to Ahora Mar del Plata that coastal tours are being conducted to assess damage. Damage in the south and alert along the coast. The advance of the sea not only reduced recreational space but also caused material damage in various points: Southern bathers: This was one of the hardest-hit areas. The force of water caused the rupture and dismantling of several tents. Infrastructure at risk: In several sectors, the water exceeded the lifeguard posts, surrounding the security structures. What is high tide and why did it leave Mar del Plata without a beach? High tide is the moment when the tide reaches its maximum height within the tidal cycle. In this case, the phenomenon was exacerbated by strong south/southeast winds (sudestada) that 'pushed' the water toward the coast, preventing natural drainage and raising the sea level beyond usual, which caused the water to occupy the dry sand strip where tourists and tents are usually located.
