After complaints, biometric point system to be implemented in health units in city of Acre; understand
The city of Brasiléia in Acre will implement a biometric point system in its health units following a request from the Public Ministry due to attendance issues among health workers.
Federal government recognizes emergency in municipality of AC that canceled Carnival due to rain
The Brazilian federal government has recognized a state of emergency in the municipalities of Brasiléia and Epitaciolândia due to heavy rains, allowing access to resources for recovery efforts.
76-year-old man dies after being electrocuted while handling a water pump in Acre
Raimundo Cardoso dos Santos, a 76-year-old from Brasiléia, Brazil, died from an electric shock while operating a water pump.
49-Year-Old Man Found Dead with Head Submerged in Water Tank in the Interior of Acre
Marcelo Albuquerque da Silva, a 49-year-old man, was found dead with his head submerged in a water tank at his home in Brasiléia, Acre.
Russian AK-47 seized at home in Acre and Army soldier ends up arrested
Brazilian Army soldier Robenilson de Souza Cavalcante was arrested in Brasiléia, Acre, accused of being part of a criminal organization and possessing restricted firearms, including a Russian-made AK-47.
After flooding, landslide on bridge may isolate two cities in Acre: 'Worrisome'
A landslide caused by flooding has created a risk of isolating the cities of Brasiléia and Assis Brasil in Acre due to erosion under the José Augusto Bridge.