# Severe storms in Argentine towns

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/severe-storms-in-argentine-towns
> Updated: 2026-08-28T16:09:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

A severe storm characterized by intense wind, heavy rain, and large hail struck the Argentine towns of Las Rosas and San Genaro. The event lasted approximately 15 minutes and caused significant material damage, though no injuries or fatalities were reported.

In Las Rosas, the storm damaged at least 29 homes, blew off roofs, and downed approximately 50 utility poles. Two families were evacuated, and local authorities, including volunteer firefighters and the Empresa Provincial de la Energía (EPE), worked to restore electricity and clear debris. 

In San Genaro, the storm affected 24 houses and damaged a school gallery. The Santa Fe provincial government has deployed teams via the Civil Protection Secretariat and the Ministry of Equality and Human Development to assess damages and coordinate emergency assistance.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Las Rosas and San Genaro hit by severe hailstorm

A violent 15-minute hailstorm and windstorm caused significant damage to homes and infrastructure in Las Rosas and San Genaro, Argentina, prompting emergency responses from provincial authorities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/las-rosas-and-san-genaro-hit-by-severe-hailstorm

### 2026-08-13: Santa Rosa storm tradition in Argentina

The ‘Santa Rosa storm’ is a traditional term for the rains and storms occurring in late August in Argentina, named after the religious figure Santa Rosa de Lima.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santa-rosa-storm-tradition-in-argentina

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