The Santa Rosa storm
The National Meteorological Service (SMN) has issued a Special forecast anticipating the arrival of the Santa Rosa storma climatic phenomenon known to bring heavy rains, strong winds and electrical activity in late August.
This year, the storm It is expected for next Friday 30th or Saturday 31st, affecting several regions of Argentina, including the City of Buenos Aires, San Juan, San Luis, Mendoza, and other provinces in the center and north of the country.
What is the Santa Rosa Storm?
The Santa Rosa Storm is a climatic phenomenon what happens when The first waves of warm air meet cold frontsresulting in storms that may include heavy rain, strong winds and, in some cases, graupel (sleet).
Its name comes from the popular belief that these storms occur around August 30, the day that Saint Rose of Lima, patron saint of the Americas, is celebrated.
Affected areas and forecasts
The SMN has detailed that the most affected provinces will be Buenos Aires, Entre Ríos, Santa Fe, and the southeast of Córdoba, where moderate to heavy rains are expectedisolated thunderstorms, and wind gusts shifting to the south-southwest.
Besides, There is a possibility of electrical activity and ice pellets in the City of Buenos Aires and surrounding areas.
Precautions:
Stay in closed buildings such as houses or public buildings.
Unplug electrical appliances and avoid using corded phones.
Avoid bathing, washing hands or washing dishes during the storm.
If you are traveling, stay inside the vehicle.
Leave the beaches and avoid sheltering under trees. or metal structures.
Although The occurrence of this storm does not always coincide exactly with the date of Santa Rosa, the tradition has persisted, and This year it seems that the conditions are right for the phenomenon to reappear.
