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Argentina Activates 21-Province Alerts as Galicia Faces Afternoon Rain Surge Saturday

Orange wind alerts focus on central‑northern provinces with gusts near 100 km/h.

Overview

  • Argentina’s meteorological service keeps alerts in place across 21 provinces for rain, thunderstorms and strong winds on Saturday.
  • Orange-level wind warnings cover the center and north of Córdoba, southeast La Rioja and north San Luis, with sustained 50–70 km/h winds and gusts that could reach 100 km/h.
  • A yellow alert in the Buenos Aires metropolitan area calls for isolated predawn storms intensifying in the morning, frequent lightning and afternoon gusts of 60–69 km/h.
  • AEMET-based forecasts for Vigo and nearby Pontevedra municipalities show precipitation probabilities near 95% from 14:00 to 20:00 with southerly winds, possible thunderstorms and generally light accumulations.
  • Authorities advise standard precautions including seeking sturdy shelter from severe winds, avoiding flood-prone areas and preparing an emergency kit as conditions deteriorate in affected zones.