On Monday, various neighborhoods in the city of Camagüey were hit by a bout of intense rainfall, strong winds, and small hailstones. Occurring in the afternoon, this weather event primarily impacted residential areas, as reported by meteorologist Yosmelvi Páez on the Facebook group "El Tiempo en Camagüey."
Although Páez did not confirm any material damages, the presence of hailstones, albeit small, underscores the severity of this weather phenomenon. As a member of the AALM climate observers in Camagüey, he expressed gratitude for the community's cooperation in monitoring the event, emphasizing the value of real-time local reports.
In a prior update, Páez highlighted that "heavy rain and hail occurred in the city of Camagüey." Earlier warnings from Páez indicated the formation of a line of strong showers moving from the northern coastal municipalities of Camagüey towards the province’s center throughout the afternoon.
At 2:45 p.m., a local monitoring group alert was issued by the meteorologist, urging residents to be cautious of lightning and to document any hailstone occurrences. His forecast aligned with the events that unfolded later that day across various city neighborhoods.
On a related note, a severe local storm unexpectedly hit the municipality of Rodas in the Cienfuegos province on Sunday afternoon around 5:50 p.m. This storm, which brought hailstones, highlights the significant atmospheric instability typical of Cuba's rainy season.
Last Tuesday, Morón city in Ciego de Ávila experienced heavy rains leading to severe flooding, with significant water accumulation reported over the preceding 24 hours.
FAQs on Severe Weather Events in Camagüey
What areas in Camagüey were most affected by the recent weather event?
Residential neighborhoods in Camagüey were primarily impacted by the heavy rains, strong winds, and small hailstones.
Did the hailstones cause any significant damage?
No significant material damages were reported, although the presence of small hailstones indicates the severity of the weather conditions.
How did the community contribute during the weather event?
The community played a crucial role by providing real-time reports and documentation of the weather conditions, aiding meteorologists in tracking the event.