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Emergency rescue operation underway for workers stranded by extreme snowfall in Catamarca, Argentina
ClarínLO·AR·1 day ago
The Servicio Meteorológico Nacional has issued a red alert for Santa Cruz and mountainous regions due to extreme cold, high-velocity winds, and storm surges. The severity of the weather conditions poses significant risks to local infrastructure and maritime operations in the southern region.
Argentina is experiencing severe winter weather, with confirmed red alerts for extreme cold, high-velocity winds, and storm surges in Santa Cruz and mountainous Patagonia. Heavy snowfall has also been confirmed across the Andean regions of Catamarca, Mendoza, and San Juan, leading to transport disruptions and emergency rescues. The immediate impact is on infrastructure, logistics, and safety in affected areas.