In January 2025, Argentina Facing an extreme climate phenomenon known as “Domo From the heat“, which will generate sustainable temperatures Exceeding 40 degrees Celsius In large areas of nationEspecially for regions central, My light, for whomhe coast And parts of Patagonia.
Heat Dome: What climate phenomenon will hit the country?
that it A meteorological phenomenon occurs when a mass of warm air becomes trapped in an area due to atmospheric obstructionThis prevents fresh air from entering.
he “Domo From the heat“It generates accumulation Extreme heat and prolonged drought. According to specialists, areas of nation The affected area extends to both areas central Like him My light The country, extending towards coastto the area Cuyana And even sectors PatagoniaThis is an area that does not usually experience such high temperatures.
Areas of the country affected by the heat dome
The most affected governorates include:
- Central and northern region: Santiago del Estero, Chaco, Catamarca, Tucuman and northern Santa Fe, with maximum temperatures between 40°C and 43°C.
- Cuyana area: Mendoza, San Juan and La Rioja, where temperatures range between 38°C and 42°C.
- Patagonia: Neuquén and Rio Negro, which record unusual values of up to 38 degrees Celsius.
- Pampas and coastal region: Cordoba, Entre Ríos and Santa Fe, with maximum temperatures between 36 and 38 degrees Celsius.
impact Heat dome The matter is not limited to high temperatures. This phenomenon is related Lack of rainwhich increases the intensification Dehydration The problems worsen agriculturethe Livestock raising and Everyday lifeA.
This phenomenon is expected to continue until… Mid-Januarywhen the wind direction changes from the south brings relief with cold air and rain, according to National Meteorological Service (SMN).
The authorities issued recommendations to mitigate its effects, giving priority to Protecting the most vulnerable groups.
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