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Hail and Frost Batter San Carlos as Cristo Redentor Pass Remains Closed

Officials warn of likely crop losses with a 10-day window now open for insurance claims.

Overview

  • San Carlos woke to streets blanketed by hail, with accumulations reported up to 20 centimeters in sectors and more than 50 homes severely damaged.
  • Municipal crews continue emergency assistance after the weekend storm, reporting extended operations and support for dozens of affected families across multiple districts.
  • Gendarmería keeps the Paso Cristo Redentor closed to all vehicles under a preventive measure while teams assess ice control and road conditions.
  • Overnight frosts hit productive zones at the start of spring, when stone‑fruit orchards are in bloom, and authorities began field surveys to gauge losses.
  • Producers were instructed to initiate damage reports immediately, with agricultural insurance claims accepted over the next 10 days through the provincial system.