Mar 23 • 05:53 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina La Nacion (ES)

Orange Alert for Storms on Monday, March 23: Affected Provinces

An orange alert for storms has been issued in Argentina for March 23, affecting several provinces with intense rainfall and strong winds.

On March 23, the National Meteorological Service (SMN) of Argentina issued orange and yellow alerts for storms that are expected to impact various northern and southern provinces of the country. These alerts indicate the potential for "dangerous meteorological phenomena" that could threaten society, lives, property, and the environment. The affected regions primarily include Misiones, Entre Ríos, Corrientes, Chaco, Formosa, Santa Fe, Santiago del Estero, and Córdoba.

The SMN's early warning system indicated that thunderstorms will deliver heavy rainfall to these provinces while strong gusts of wind are also expected in regions like San Juan, Chubut, Santa Cruz, and Tierra del Fuego, which are under a yellow alert. The warnings have been issued as the country prepares for the last week of March, emphasizing the potential severity of the weather conditions.

Authorities have emphasized the importance of taking precautions ahead of the storms, as the adverse weather may result in significant disruptions, including flooding and damage to infrastructure. Citizens are advised to stay updated with official information and heed any safety recommendations as the storms approach.

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