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Viento Zonda in Mendoza: they recommend not traveling through open and wooded spaces

These are some of the tips from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Mendoza, together with Civil Defense, before the arrival of the meteorological phenomenon for this weekend. Outdoor activities are suspended and will be rescheduled.

  • 28/10/2023 • 18:08

Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Mendoza, together with the local Civil Defense, asked the population not to go through open spaces, wooded areas, not to light fires and, if possible, not to leave their homes in the face of the yellow and orange alerts due to Zonda wind for this purpose. week. “Keep the rooms closed to avoid the circulation of hot air and dust; artificially humidify environments, if necessary; avoid going out to explore open spaces, wooded areas; under no circumstances set fire or handle flammable materials,” advised provincial Civil Defense. Likewise, the official body in its recommendation to Mendoza residents and tourists that for this Saturday it is important to “avoid physical activities; Do not manipulate or touch fallen cables, if you see any, call 911.” The director of Civil Defense of Mendoza, Daniel Burrieza, said that before the arrival of the Zonda wind "avoid going out and closing the doors and windows of the house." In this context, Civil Defense also recommends ensuring good hydration in children and adults, and not throwing lit cigarette butts. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Mendoza reported that, for meteorological reasons, all activities in its spaces on Saturday, October 28 and Sunday, October 29 have been suspended and they will be rescheduled. “Mendoza will be affected this Saturday and Sunday by strong gusts of Zonda wind, according to meteorological reports, for this reason, and in order to preserve the safety and integrity of Mendoza residents and tourists, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism suspended the activities that "was scheduled for this weekend," the statement said.