According to a Reuters report, on May 17 local time, heavy rain hit the northern part of Buenos Aires Province, an important agricultural area in Argentina, and caused serious flooding. Thousands of residents were evacuated.
The report pointed out that the heavy precipitation is expected to further delay the ongoing soybean harvest.
On May 17 local time, firefighters in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, evacuate people in the floodwaters. Reuters
It was reported that on the evening of May 16 local time, the National Meteorological Service of Argentina issued a red alert, stating that the rainfall between Salta and Arequipa was between 150 and 250 millimeters.
The National Meteorological Service of Argentina warned that the storm was "regenerating" and more rain was expected.
Television footage showed Salta residents navigating the flooded streets in small boats carrying their personal belongings.
It was reported that the heavy precipitation in this area is expected to further delay the ongoing soybean harvest.
Argentina is the world's largest exporter of soybean meal and soybean oil, as well as the third-largest corn exporter and a major wheat exporter.
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