Argentina's National Meteorological Service (SMN) issued a red alert—the highest risk level—for extreme temperatures on January 28, 2026, in multiple locations across Río Negro and Neuquén provinces. This follows earlier orange alerts in the region on January 6.
The SMN issued red alerts around midnight on January 28/29, 2026, warning of severe heat conditions throughout January 28 in the Patagonian provinces of Río Negro and Neuquén.
Affected areas include: in Río Negro—Villa Regina, General Roca, Cipolletti, Cinco Saltos, Catriel, and Allen; in Neuquén—Plaza Huincul, Neuquén city, Cutral Có, and Centenario.
Red alerts indicate extreme risk, urging residents to take maximum precautions against intense heat. Specific temperatures were not detailed in initial warnings, but conditions are expected to pose significant health risks.
This event continues a pattern of heatwaves in Patagonia, similar to the orange alerts issued earlier in January across Río Negro, Neuquén, and Chubut. Authorities recommend hydration, avoiding outdoor activities during peak heat, and monitoring SMN updates.
