Overview
- The Servicio Meteorológico Nacional issued the yellow alert on Saturday for Córdoba, La Rioja, San Juan, San Luis, Mendoza, La Pampa, Neuquén and Río Negro, with storms expected mainly in the afternoon and overnight.
- Forecasters say storms may bring 20 to 50 millimeters of rain in short bursts, occasional hail, frequent lightning and strong gusts, with Córdoba and La Pampa singled out for greater intensity and possible continuation into Sunday.
- The SMN advised people to avoid travel, secure loose objects, clean drains, disconnect appliances, cut power if water enters buildings and seek shelter immediately if caught outdoors.
- By contrast, AEMET-based forecasts reported by Faro de Vigo show stable, dry conditions with a 0% chance of rain today for many municipalities in Pontevedra, Spain.
- In Iquitos, church authorities confirmed the Señor de los Milagros procession at 15:00 and a mass at Estadio Max Augustin at 19:00, and said the stadium was chosen to improve safety and access for older adults, people with disabilities, pregnant women and families.