Large swathes of central and northern Argentina are facing another day of intense heat on Tuesday, with maximum temperatures forecast to reach 41°C in some cases. The National Meteorological Service (SMN) has a red alert in place for Mendoza province, north and central Neuquén, northwestern Río Negro, southern San Juan, northern and western San Luis, and the south of Buenos Aires province, with maximum temperatures around 37°C. In the cities of Mendoza, San Luis and Bahía Blanca, a high of 39°C is expected this afternoon. A red alert means temperatures are “very dangerous and can affect everyone, even healthy individuals,” according to the SMN. Several districts in southern Neuquén and western and central Río Negro were under orange alert on Tuesday, indicating that temperatures can be dangerous, especially for at-risk groups.

Source: Bueno Aires Herald January 30, 2024 19:08 UTC