Buenos Aires and 14 provinces in Argentina are under a yellow alert for extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach up to 43 degrees Celsius this week. The National Meteorological Service warns that these temperatures could be dangerous for vulnerable groups, including children and the elderly.
In addition to the heat, a yellow alert for storms has been issued in seven provinces in western Argentina, predicting isolated storms with heavy rainfall, intense electrical activity, and possible hail. Rainfall accumulation is expected to range between 20 and 45 mm.
Meanwhile, a significant cold front from Northern Europe is set to impact Spain, bringing the coldest temperatures of the winter. A mass of cold, dry air will lead to widespread nighttime frost, with temperatures dropping as low as -8 degrees Celsius in some areas. Minimal rainfall is anticipated, mainly in the Balearic Islands and along the Mediterranean coast.
This week is projected to be the coldest in Spain so far, with general frost conditions expected to persist. The Spanish State Meteorological Agency has indicated that daytime temperatures will remain below 10 degrees in many northern regions.
In ecological news, the collapse of the Jimbo Ice Cave in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, highlights the impacts of climate change, as scientists had warned about its increasing fragility. This cave had become a popular tourist attraction but was deemed dangerous due to the risk of collapse.
In a proactive ecological initiative, a new refuge for pollinators is being established in solar photovoltaic installations in Cuenca, Spain. This project aims to create a multifunctional space that supports biodiversity while generating renewable energy. The innovative approach integrates clean energy production with agriculture and the preservation of vital pollinators like bees.