An impressive storm caused destruction in Córdoba during the afternoon of this Sunday when, after intense heat, strong gusts of wind of more than 100 km/he heavy rains They caused roofs to be blown off and trees and light poles to fall. Two minors were injured.
The rainfall began after 5 p.m. after a day where the temperature touched 40°C. Local media reported that in a matter of minutes the sky darkened and the rain combined with gusts of wind of up to 130 km/h that destroyed everything in their path.
Storm in Córdoba with winds of 130 km/h
Several photos and videos shared by neighbors on social networks reported flooding, falling trees and light poles and blowing up roofs. The storm even caused damage to a paddle tennis complex. In turn, several vehicles were turned upside down and had water and mud marks up to more than half of their wheels.
One of the most affected locations was The Playosalocated 180 kilometers southeast of the provincial capital. Mayor Franco Villar informed Up Córdoba that 15 homes were affected, two of them completely. The roof of a food distributor was also blown off.
“He destroyed 15 homes by blowing up roofs, complete businesses to the point of being of no use. “The recycling plant was destroyed, as were factory roofs, countless fallen trees and fallen light poles.”said the mayor.
Furthermore, in The Foxesa town near La Playosatwo minors were injured after being hit with a tree branch.
Several companies in the area were destroyed by the strong storm in Córdoba
As reported by the municipality of La Playosa to local media, the affected people were able to self-evacuate and none needed municipal action, which had the protocol ready for emergencies.
According to reports, up to 28 millimeters of water fell in the area, so the streets were covered in mud, making circulation difficult. From the Municipality of La Playosa they asked residents not to circulate in the area of fallen trees and electricity poles in order to avoid dangers and not hinder the work of security personnel.
In addition, several areas of the town were left without electricity, classes were suspended and municipal offices will not have activity.
Source: Ambito
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