The second winter storm to enter Chihuahua In the last hours it generated snowfall in several municipalities and road closures, in addition to low temperatures and strong winds.
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During this morning, the State Civil Protection Coordination (CEPC) reported that, Due to low temperatures and snowfall in the northwest region of the state, the Janos-Agua Prieta and Janos-Ascensión highway sections were closed to traffic.
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As a result, elements of the National Guard, as well as state and municipal authorities, maintain permanent surveillance on these routesto guide motorists and attend to any contingency.
In the case of the Janos-Agua Prieta highway, the total closure was reported; in the Janos-Ascension it was done partially.
At the moment, the points in the state that register snowfall are Janos, Ascensión, Buenaventura and Nuevo Casas Grandes, in addition to the section known as Puerto San Luis, located on the borders of the states of Sonora and Chihuahua.
These conditions are generated by the passage of the Second Winter Storm of the season, which, according to the National Meteorological Service (SMN) In the next few hours, it will maintain a cold to icy environment and a probability of snow in much of the territory.
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In addition, rains are expected that could be accompanied by sleet and snow, mainly in Ahumada, Casas Grandes and Madera, with gusts that can exceed 65 and 75 km/h in much of the state territory, with possible dust devils.
The population was urged to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves from the freezing weather and stay informed through official channels.
Also, they suggest following these recommendations:
- Wear warm clothing
- Avoid leaving home unless necessary
- Check and secure gas and electrical installations
- Stay informed about road conditions and do not travel on icy stretches
- Have an emergency kit on hand
- If using gas heaters, make sure there is adequate ventilation.
- If possible, install a smoke and carbon monoxide detector in your home or workplace.
- Avoid exposure to sudden changes in temperature
- Keep pets in a safe, dry and warm place
- In case of emergencies call 9-1-1
At the moment, no dead people have been reported in Chihuahua due to the low temperatures.
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