Overview
- The Servicio Meteorológico Nacional issued an orange alert for the Área Metropolitana de Buenos Aires, the second‑highest warning level for severe weather.
- Heavy rains began across the metro area around midday Wednesday and the SMN warned accumulations of 50 to 80 millimeters in the worst‑hit sectors.
- Forecasters expect strong wind gusts—reports range up to about 70 km/h—possible hail and a notable drop in temperature during the storm.
- Official forecasts and local outlets say precipitation will continue into the night, with some reports indicating rain until about 1:00 AM Thursday and one outlet framing a broader 48‑hour window.
- Authorities advise people to avoid flooded streets, secure loose objects, and not put out garbage to prevent drain blockages as the storm raises the risk of street inundation and transport disruption.