the Heat wave and Storms They do not let up during the first half of January in many regions of the country, with the exception of AMBA which so far has records lower than those usual for this time of year, a situation that will change next week.
The National Meteorological Directorate reported today Central region from the country(South St. Louis And almost the entire region The pampas) Yellow alert applies. This means that high temperatures can affect… Risk groups Such as boys, girls, and people over the age of 65 who suffer from chronic diseases.
In addition, this alert will also be seen in Northern Buenos Aires Province (Arrecifes, Carmen de Areco, Chacabuco, Junín, Lincoln, Pergamino, among others) as well as in The entire province of Santa Fe and Entre Ríos, The northern region of Cordoba (Echiline, Rio Seco, Supremonte, Tulumba), Southeast of Santiago del Estero (Aguirre, Avellaneda, Belgrano, Rivadavia, Sarmiento, among others) and almost the entire area of the province Currents.
On the other hand, SMN warned about this Strong storms In the governorates Catamarca, Peachy, The pampas, Rioja, Mendoza, Neuquen, Black River, Salta, Saint John y Tucuman.
Regarding today’s alerts, The yellow level prevails With storms in the San Juan Mountain area, as well as in much of La Rioja and Neuquén, extending north to the border with Bolivia.
For tomorrow, Saturday, the panorama will be similar to the previous day, with an addition Rain and wind alerts In the mountainous sector of Santa Cruz province.
Finally, on Sunday the 12th, he will be there Wind sources in the western region of Chubut, Which will be added a Orange alert (Also due to wind) throughout the province Holy Cross y Tierra del Fuego. This alert level, according to SMN, is considered “dangerous to society, life, property and the environment.”
together The maximum temperature is 31° and the sky is partly cloudyIt will be very hot this afternoon in Buenos Aires, while the peak in the morning will reach 24 degrees. At night, values return to their morning ranges, with a minimum of 13°.
“These days they are recording High minimum temperaturesWhich means that the temperature does not drop throughout the day, The lengthening of the day as temperatures rise, with a dry climate will not increase the thermal sensation“, Infobae warned, Cindy FernandezSMN spokesman.
For its part, tomorrow, the intensity of the heat will be the same, with a The maximum high is 30 degrees and the sky is somewhat cloudy. In addition, temperatures on Saturday morning will rise to 23 degrees and will rise another degree at night. There will be no rain or strong winds.
Sunday 12th, peak The temperature will reach 31 degrees again (In the morning the temperature will be 22°) with a few clouds.
Temperatures will begin to rise sharply next weekWith maximum values that will rise by one degree as the days pass, according to the National Meteorological Authority: Monday (33 degrees), Tuesday (34 degrees), Wednesday (35 degrees), and Thursday (36 degrees). “In the east of Buenos Aires Province there may be weather instability. We must also take into account a factor Breeze from the Rio de la PlataFernandez added that soft winds contribute to lower temperatures in the eastern region of Kappa.
In the face of this type of climate event, the SMN suggested recommendations issued by the Ministry of Health. It consists of:
- Increase your water intake without waiting to feel thirsty to maintain adequate hydration.
- Don’t expose yourself to the sun excessively, not even in the middle of the day (between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.).
- Pay attention to children, boys, girls and the elderly.
- Avoid drinks that contain caffeine, alcohol, or very sugary drinks.
- Avoid very abundant meals.
- Eat vegetables and fruits.
- Reduce physical activity.
- Wear light, loose, light-coloured clothing; Hat, dark glasses.
- Stay in well-ventilated or air-conditioned places.
- Remember that there is no drug treatment for heatstroke and that only the classical methods mentioned above can prevent and combat it.
In case of extreme thirst, dry mouth, temperature greater than 39°C, excessive sweating, feeling of stifling heat, dry skin, fatigue, dizziness or fainting, stomach pain, lack of appetite, nausea or vomiting, headache, among others. He stressed the need to seek medical assistance, and move the injured person to the shade, to a cool and quiet place. Try to cool her down, wet her clothes, and give her fresh water to drink.
