Severe Storms and Heat Grip Much of Argentina
Mendoza province is grappling with widespread flooding after intense storms swept through the region on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The severe weather has transformed streets into rivers, prompting authorities to issue alerts for multiple areas. This comes as much of Argentina faces a combination of severe storms, high temperatures, and other hazardous conditions.
Videos circulating online show significant flooding in Mendoza, with streets inundated and residents navigating through high water levels. Mendoza Post reported on the extensive damage.
The city of Mendoza experienced particularly heavy rainfall, turning streets into rushing waterways, according to Diario El Sol Mendoza. The situation highlights the vulnerability of urban areas to extreme weather events.
A yellow alert for storms is currently in effect for Mendoza on Saturday, February 21, 2026, with specific zones identified as being particularly at risk, TN reported.
Beyond Mendoza, a broader weather system is impacting Argentina. Los Andes detailed that an intense storm is currently affecting the province, and the alert remains in effect as forecasts predict further adverse conditions.
A yellow alert also extends to 14 provinces across the country due to a combination of storms, wind, snow, and extreme cold, according to LM Neuquén. A wall of storms is expected to bring intense rainfall and a drop in temperatures across the entire province, officials warn.
The widespread weather alerts underscore the increasing frequency of extreme weather events in the region and the need for preparedness.
