The temperature reached 36º and an alert is in effect
February 15, 2012
The Buenos Aires became an oven and at 17 on Wednesday, the wind chill reached 36° C. The Weather Service issued a yellow alert.
“On the coverage area prevails a mass of warm, moist air and unstable in which storms develop varying intensity. It is anticipated that some of the storms could reach severe intensity, resulting in a localized intense electrical activity, abundant waterfalls , gusty winds and occasional hail, “said National Weather Service (NWS).
As indicated by the body, the yellow alert to prevent heat stroke can be dangerous, especially for babies and toddlers, people over 65 or those with chronic diseases.
