It is worth remembering that there are different alert categories, which depend on the strength of the storm and, in addition, also generate a series of different recommendations.
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The SMN issued an alert for snow and extreme temperatures.
We then review the most important issues that have to do with extreme temperatures, which will continue in the coming days.
Yellow alert for snow
According to the SMN report, “the mountain area will be affected by persistent snowfall, at times intense. Accumulated snow values are expected to be between 40 and 80 cm high, and may be locally higher.”.
The organization indicated that It should be noted that the situation will be accompanied by intense winds that may cause reduced visibility due to suspended snow, especially in high mountain ranges..
In the south of Mendoza, “The accumulated snow values will be lower and rains cannot be ruled out in the lowest areas”according to the SMN.
Finally, the agency indicated that on the Santa Cruz and Chubut plateau, accumulated snow values between 15 and 30 cm are expected, which may be exceeded from time to time, without ruling out the occurrence of rain and mixed snow.
Orange alert for snow
The report reported that for the mountain areas, “the area will be affected by intense and persistent snowfall. Accumulated snow values between 80 and 180 cm are expected. throughout the alert period, and can be overcome in a localized manner. The highest values are estimated in the mountain area of the center and south of Mendoza”.
Notably The situation will be accompanied by intense winds that may cause reduced visibility due to suspended snow, particularly in high mountain ranges..
The SMN completed that in Santa Cruz and Chubut, “the area will be affected by heavy and persistent snowfall. Accumulated snow values between 50 and 70 cm are expected in the mountain areas, and between 20 and 40 cm in plateau areas; both values could be exceeded from time to time.”
SMN recommendations for heavy snowfalls
Yellow:
- Avoid outdoor activities.
- Periodically remove snow accumulated on roofs.
- Travel with appropriate vehicles prepared for ice and snow.
- Ventilate vehicles and homes to avoid the accumulation of carbon monoxide.
- Get informed from the authorities. Always have an emergency backpack ready with a flashlight, radio, documents and telephone.
Orange:
- Avoid outdoor activities.
- Plan an additional reserve of food and drinking water in case you leave your home. Cut off the electricity and gas supply.
- Travel with appropriate vehicles prepared for ice and snow.
- Stay in your vehicle, do not try to walk away from the storm.
- If you or someone else is affected by this phenomenon, contact local emergency agencies. Always have an emergency backpack ready with a flashlight, radio, documents and telephone.
