Northern Mexico braces for heat and rain warnings

Municipal and state protection civil agencies in northern Mexico have issued alerts for a period of high temperatures and possible heavy rainfall. In Chihuahua city, officials warned of temperatures up to 36 °C on Friday‑Saturday and a 32 % chance of rain on Sunday, urging residents to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged sun exposure, and take precautions for children, the elderly and people with chronic illnesses. The state civil protection service added that the Sierra Tarahumara and central‑south municipalities could see strong thunderstorms with up to 75 mm of rain, strong winds and occasional hail, prompting calls for vigilance and safe driving.

In the neighboring state of Coahuila, Torreón’s civil protection maintained a preventive operation ahead of expected showers and gusty winds, advising citizens to secure loose objects, follow scheduled garbage collection times, and avoid flooded areas. The coordinated messages emphasize monitoring official channels, reporting emergencies to 911, and protecting vulnerable populations during the combined heat‑wave and rain risk period.