2005 storm in Uruguay
The system over Argentina on August 23 | |
| Type | Extratropical cyclone |
|---|---|
| Formed | August 23, 2005 |
| Dissipated | August 24, 2005 |
| Highest winds | |
| Lowest pressure | 980 mb (28.94 inHg) |
| Fatalities | 10 in Uruguay, 2 in Argentina |
| Damage | Severe |
| Areas affected | Southern Uruguay |
In 2005, a heavy storm swept across southern Uruguay from 23 to 24 August. The storm started at the River Plate, entered Uruguayan territory at Kiyú (San José) and moved towards Juanicó (Canelones), where it died down.
This storm produced strong winds which exceeded 187 km/h. Destruction was severe in the affected cities in Uruguay and Argentina.