Weather alerts

Is the Zonda coming? The official SMN alerts for each department of Mendoza and what to do in each case.

Current alerts

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Source: Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (Argentina's National Weather Service) (smn.gob.ar/alertas, CC BY 4.0).

Yellow

Potentially dangerous weather: it can cause damage and disrupt everyday activities.
Orange

Dangerous weather: it can cause significant damage and disrupt services. Follow the instructions of the authorities.
Red

Exceptionally dangerous weather: it can cause serious damage. Follow the instructions of the authorities.

Besides the alerts, the SMN issues short-term warnings: weather that is already happening or will happen in the next few hours in a small area.

The official recommendations from Civil Protection and the National Weather Service. In an emergency, call 911.

Close up the place you're in completely so the hot, dry air from outside doesn't get in.
Spend as little time outdoors as possible and avoid the sun and physical effort.
Protect your eyes and avoid breathing in the dust in the air.
Secure roof sheets, tiles, flower pots and anything else the wind could blow away.
Stay away from trees: branches can break and fall.
If a power line comes down, don't touch it or step on it, and notify the authorities.
Don't light fires or burn anything: with such dry air, a fire spreads very fast.

Stay indoors: at home, in a school, a building or a vehicle.
Unplug electrical appliances and stay away from them.
Don't shelter under trees or metal structures, and stay away from wire fences and railings.
Get out of swimming pools, rivers and reservoirs.
Don't put the trash out, and keep drains and gutters clear.
Bring in or secure anything the wind could carry away.
Keep a flashlight handy.

Stay inside and don't go out while the hail lasts.
If you're driving, slow down gradually with your low beams on, without braking hard or overtaking.
If you need to stop, pull completely off the road.
Afterwards, check roofs, pipes and windows; if there is serious damage, call the authorities.

Source: SINAGIR

Avoid outdoor activities.
Keep a supply of food and drinking water.
Ventilate your home and car so carbon monoxide doesn't build up.
If you have to travel, make sure your vehicle is ready for ice and snow (chains included).
If you get stranded, stay in your vehicle: don't try to walk out of the storm.

Drink water often, even if you're not thirsty, and avoid drinks with caffeine or lots of sugar.
Avoid the sun and strenuous exercise, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Eat light meals, with fruit and vegetables.
Keep offering children water and dress them in light, light-colored clothes.
Look for cool, ventilated places. If you feel dizzy, vomit or have a high fever, see a doctor.