Are you ready for the heat? Well get ready, because a new heat wave will hit the south-central zone of Chile this week. The Chilean Meteorological Directorate issued an alert for the regions from Valparaíso to Ñuble, where high temperatures and strong winds are expected from this Wednesday until Saturday.
According to the forecast, the Valparaiso region will experience temperatures up to 36 degrees in the sectors of San Felipe and the Andes he Thursdaywhile the Metropolitan region will record up to 35 degrees in Hill and North Santiago.
In the O’Higgins Region, the maximum will reach 34 degrees on thursdaywith Rancagua, Rengo, San Fernando and Santa Cruz In the spotlight.
He Maule will also suffer high temperatures with up to 34 degrees in areas like Curico and Molina. Furthermore, the area of Parral, Cauquenes and Constitution will experience winds up to 40 km/hwhich increases the risk of forest fires.
Finally, the Ñuble region will be affected with maximums of 33 degrees in the communes of San Carlos and Chillanalong with winds up to 40km/h. So if you are in these regions, make sure you hydrate well, wear cool clothing, and take precautions if you are in fire-prone areas.
In short, get ready to sweat! This heat wave can be intense, so stay cool and safe on these hot days.
