Background on the Authority Issuing the Alert
The Secretaría de Gestión Integral de Riesgos y Protección Civil (SGIRPC) of Mexico City is responsible for managing and mitigating risks related to natural disasters and emergencies. As the capital’s central authority for public safety, their alerts carry significant weight and influence the actions of residents.
Details of the Severe Weather Alert
On Saturday, September 27th, the SGIRPC activated a Red Alert for the Mexico City boroughs of Iztapalapa and Venustiano Carranza due to persistent heavy rainfall and the possibility of hail. This alert is in effect from 5:40 PM to 11:00 PM local time, during which residents should expect the most severe weather conditions.
Other Alert Levels in Mexico City
In addition to the Red Alert, the SGIRPC has also updated alert levels for other boroughs:
- Orange Alert: Gustavo A. Madero, Iztacalco, Milpa Alta, Tláhuac, and Xochimilco. These areas are forecasted to receive 15 to 29 millimeters of rainfall, with a possibility of hail during the same timeframe.
- Yellow Alert: Álvaro Obregón, Azcapotzalco, Benito Juárez, Coyoacán, Cuauhtémoc, Cuajimalpa, Magdalena Contreras, Miguel Hidalgo, and Tlalpan. These boroughs are expected to experience 30 to 49 millimeters of rainfall during the afternoon and night.
Recommendations for the Public
To ensure safety during this weather event, the SGIRPC advises residents to:
- Use umbrellas or raincoats and take advantage of the rain for watering plants.
- Keep drains and gutters free of debris to prevent waterlogging.
- Avoid traveling through flooded areas and drive cautiously.
- Maintain a safe distance from trees, walls, power lines, and billboards that may pose a risk of falling.
Emergency Reporting and Information Channels
For reporting emergencies, residents can contact the following numbers: 911, Locatel (555658 1111), and the SGIRPC’s direct line, 555683 2222. The SGIRPC also encourages residents to consult their social media channels and the official website, www.proteccioncivil.cdmx.gob.mx, for real-time updates and information.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who issued the alert? The Secretaría de Gestión Integral de Riesgos y Protección Civil (SGIRPC) of Mexico City.
- Which boroughs are under a Red Alert? Iztapalapa and Venustiano Carranza.
- What timeframe does the Red Alert apply? From 5:40 PM to 11:00 PM on September 27th.
- What other alert levels are in effect? Orange Alert for Gustavo A. Madero, Iztacalco, Milpa Alta, Tláhuac, and Xochimilco; Yellow Alert for Álvaro Obregón, Azcapotzalco, Benito Juárez, Coyoacán, Cuauhtémoc, Cuajimalpa, Magdalena Contreras, Miguel Hidalgo, and Tlalpan.
- What precautions should residents take? Use umbrellas, keep drains clear, avoid flooded areas, and stay away from hazardous structures.
- How can residents report emergencies or stay informed? Contact 911, Locatel (555658 1111), or the SGIRPC direct line (555683 2222). Consult their social media channels and official website for real-time updates.
