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Cities and towns in Argentina and neighboring countries in South America have been setting record temperatures as the region swelters during a historic heat wave.
“Practically all of Argentina and also neighboring countries such as Uruguay, southern Brazil and Paraguay are experiencing the hottest days in history,” said Cindy Fernandez, a meteorologist at the Argentine National Meteorological Service.
Many towns have posted their highest temperatures since records began, with some zones heating up to 45°C, the weather service said.
“In Argentina, from the center of Patagonia to the north of the country, thermal values are being recorded that are reaching or exceeding 40