Mexico City, March 22 – Strong winds swept through Mexico City on Sunday, March 22, causing significant disruption with fallen trees and damaged vehicles across various parts of the capital. In response, the Secretariat of Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection (SGIRPC) activated a yellow alert for seven of the city’s boroughs.
Yellow Alert Issued for Seven Boroughs
The yellow alert was activated in anticipation of wind gusts reaching between 50 and 59 kilometers per hour. The affected boroughs, primarily located in the western and southern parts of the city, are historically more susceptible to such meteorological conditions:
- Benito Juárez
- Coyoacán
- Iztapalapa
- Milpa Alta
- Tláhuac
- Tlalpan
- Xochimilco
Authorities have urged residents to stay informed about weather conditions and to avoid areas near trees, fragile structures, and billboards. Recommendations also include securing any objects on rooftops or balconies that could be dislodged by intensifying winds.
What Does a Yellow Alert Mean?
A yellow alert signifies a preventive level, indicating the presence of meteorological phenomena that could pose moderate risks. In this instance, the strong winds present dangers such as falling branches, trees, and unsecured objects. The SGIRPC has therefore called for extreme caution among the population.
Citizens are also advised to report any incidents to emergency services by calling 911 or 55-5683-2222 for prompt assistance.
Widespread Damage Reported Across the City
The strong winds led to several incidents of fallen trees, which not only endangered residents but also caused extensive damage to parked vehicles.
One notable incident occurred on Plutarco Elías Calles Avenue in the El Prado neighborhood, Iztapalapa borough, where a tree approximately 10 meters tall toppled onto a parked car. Firefighters and Civil Protection personnel worked to clear the tree, which had disrupted vehicular traffic in the area. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in this incident.
Another tree was uprooted on Oriente 160 Avenue, in the Unidad Modelo neighborhood, also in Iztapalapa. This incident affected telecommunications cabling in the vicinity, but again, no injuries were reported.
The images of cars crushed by trunks and branches quickly circulated on social media, highlighting the immediate dangers posed by the severe weather conditions.
The SGIRPC will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary, emphasizing the importance of public safety during this period of heightened alert.
Source: https://www.adn40.mx/ciudad/2026-03-22/clima-cdmx-alerta-por-fuertes-vientos-caida-arboles-y-autos-danados-hoy-22-marzo/?_amp=true
