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Uruguay: URY: Otros - 07-2026 - Tormentas severas (2026-07-19)
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Cruz Roja Uruguaya , as published by ReliefWeb
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The storms were particularly intense in the northern and eastern departments.
Severe storms hit the area from Thursday, July 16, to Saturday, July 18, 2026, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The storms were particularly intense in the northern and eastern departments. The storms caused damage and disruptions, with reports of power outages and evacuations.
According to available information, one person was killed and one person was injured. Further details on the impact of the storms are available, including the number of people affected by power outages and the response of emergency services.
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Category: disaster Published: July 20, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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