Orange SMN Alert for Puerto Iguazú: Storm Until 8:59 PM Oct 9

What the warning says

The area will be affected by heavy rain and strong thunderstorms, some locally severe. Intense short-duration precipitation, hail of various sizes, frequent lightning and wind gusts that may exceed 90 km/h are possible. Accumulated rainfall is expected between 40 mm and 110 mm, with higher amounts possible at specific points.

Official notice text (in Spanish).

The alert is in the orange tier and covers Puerto Iguazú from 3:00 PM to 8:59 PM on October 9.

What the agency recommends

1. Follow local authorities' instructions. Staying calm is essential.
2. Leave only if necessary.
3. Remain in enclosed structures such as homes, schools and public buildings.

What changes for people at the border

The notice applies to the Argentine side of the border, a few kilometres from Foz do Iguaçu, and affects those crossing the bridge during the period. River levels are available at how the Falls are today; strong wind and heavy rain delay the crossing, and the queue is listed at bridge queue. Forecasts for the three sides can be consulted at border climate.

This article is generated from the official notice as soon as it is published and updated while the alert remains active.

Source: SMN — Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (Argentina)