Will the heat continue or will the rains begin in the last week of May?

The intense heat and high temperatures will continue in the national territory during this week, while the rains will be entering from Thursday, this according to the weather projections for this week issued by the National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology and Hydrology, (Insivumeh).

According to César George, an Insivumeh meteorologist, it is confirmed that heat and high temperatures will mainly affect the department of Petén, as well as in the area of ​​the Northern Transversal Strip and in the east of the country.

According to the climatic perspective for The week from Monday 26 to Friday, May 30released by César George, the first wave of the East will also be giving, which will enter the country on Thursday and will have a considerable influence on the increase in rains nationwide, which could be causing a decrease in temperatures.

High temperatures will continue

The Insivumeh expert confirmed that high temperatures will continue mainly In Petén, the Northern and East Transversal Strip, the values ​​will be between 38 and 40 degrees. On the southern coast, between 35 and 37 degrees are forecast. On the central plateau, including the capital and the entire department of Guatemala, temperatures will range between 28 and 30 degrees.

The Center for the Meteorology Unit of the Mariano Gálvez University agrees that in the capital they will register temperatures between 28 and 30 degrees, with minimum of 17 to 18 degreesmainly at night.

The thermal sensation will be high, especially in the afternoon, which will generate conditions of discomfort. The sky will remain partially cloudy, with the possibility of fog or morning mist in high sectors. The rainy activity will be limited in the first days of the week, but will intensify towards the weekend, according to Rivera.

Increase in rains

The accumulated rain of the month of May indicates that the mostly affected areas are the Costa Boca, the South West, the West and some points isolated from the east of the country, where rainfall has already been presented.

The Insivumeh points out that the rains will be increased throughout the week and that, with the arrival of the East Wave on Thursday, May 29, the largest accumulated will be recorded in the south and center of the country. In addition, he recommends taking prevention measures for the risk of grown of rivers, floods and landslides, Especially in the Costa and Southwest mouth, as well as lahares in the volcanic chain, product of the increase in rainfall.

During the first days, a limited activity of rain is expected. However, towards EThe weekend will increase the probability of moderate to strong rains, accompanied by thunderstormsmainly in the afternoons and nights, according to the Paris Rivera report, expert of the Meteorology Unit of the Mariano Gálvez University.

Recommendations

Given the prognosis of rains, the General Directorate of Roads of the Ministry of Communications (CIV) issued recommendations for drivers and transporters, mainly in areas where greater rainfall is expected, such as the Costa mouth, the central highlands, the Caribbean and the transverse strip of the north.

Route recommendations:

• Be attentive to official weather newsletters.
• Avoid getting carried away by rumors or chains not verified. Keep calm.
• Do not consume alcohol if it will drive.
• Coope with road staff, covial, provincial and emergency bodies.
• Does not cross flooded areas; The subsoil may be unstable.
• If a current crosses the road, do not try to cross it.
• In case of night flood, look for high and safe areas.
• Do not stop at bridges or other structures to observe grown rivers.
• If your vehicle is stranded on a flooded bridge, abandon it immediately.
• Drive with caution and be alert to landslides, fallen trees or rocks.
• Respect the indications of personnel and provisional signage in risk areas.

The General Directorate of Road Protection and Safety (Provial) issued a series of recommendations for motorists during the rainy season:

• Reduce the speed and increase the distance between vehicles to avoid collisions.
• Verify the lights and windshield wiper of your vehicle to improve visibility.
• Avoid braking sharply and perform soft maneuvers to prevent skids.
• Use the safety belt and adjust the headrest to prevent injuries in case of accident.
• Avoid driving in flooded areas and keep the tires in good condition to improve grip.
• Be sure to have sufficient fuel, water and food, if trapped in traffic.
• Keep attention on the road and avoid distractions such as cellular use or other devices.
• Increase the visibility of your vehicle with flashing lights, in case of stopping in the middle of the road.
• Respect traffic signs and give way to intersections and pedestrian crossings.
• Do not drive under the influence of alcohol, medications that cause drowsiness or other drugs.

For its part, the National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction (CONRED) recommends that the population, especially in the localities where rains are expected to take into account the following measures:

• Have the 72 -hour backpack for each family member.
• Organize, identifying safe and high -risk areas in the community.
• Prepare the family response plan.
• Stay informed of atmospheric conditions through the official Conred and Insivumeh accounts.

Before any emergency, it is recommended to have at hand the following telephone numbers:

• Conred: 119
• Guatemalan Red Cross: 125
• Volunteer Firefighters: 122
• Municipal Firefighters: 123
• National Civil Police: 110
• Provial: 1520