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SMN Issues Yellow Storm Alerts for Buenos Aires, Corrientes and Chaco Overnight

Persistent heat near 35°C in central cities keeps conditions unstable through the week.

Overview

  • The Servicio Meteorológico Nacional activated yellow-level alerts starting 21:00 on February 2, spanning the night into Tuesday across the three provinces.
  • Buenos Aires remains under alert until 14:59 on February 3, Corrientes until 02:59 with coverage extended to 08:59, and Chaco until 08:59.
  • Forecasts call for locally strong storms with frequent lightning, hail, short-duration downpours totaling 40–70 mm with possible exceedances, and wind gusts up to 75 km/h.
  • Rosario and Córdoba forecast highs near 35°C over the coming days, with chances of isolated showers or storms midweek.
  • Authorities urge residents to follow SMN updates and take precautions, noting that a yellow alert signals potentially dangerous conditions requiring attention.