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Argentina Issues Red Alert for Extreme Winds as Spain Braces for Sharp Cold Snap

Authorities emphasize localized risk and preparedness as conditions turn hazardous.

Overview

  • Argentina’s meteorological service activated red, orange and yellow alerts across ten provinces for Monday, led by a red alert in southern Chubut.
  • The Chubut warning forecasts west winds of 60–90 km/h with midday gusts that may exceed 140 km/h, while Santa Cruz faces an orange alert with gusts potentially over 130 km/h.
  • An orange alert in northern Misiones calls for strong to locally severe storms with frequent lightning, possible hail, gusts above 90 km/h and 40–70 mm of rain.
  • SMN guidance urges residents to stay indoors, avoid trees and power lines, prepare emergency kits and contact local emergency services if affected.
  • In Spain, AEMET reports storm Claudia is retreating as a very cold air mass arrives from Tuesday, with a sharp temperature drop, frost risk and mid‑week snow likely from roughly 600–700 meters; Monday local forecasts highlight cloud, high humidity and light early rain in parts of Galicia and Asturias.