Porteirinha (MG) evacuates residents from homes after risk of water catchment dam rupture
The city of Porteirinha in northern Minas Gerais declared a state of emergency due to the risk of rupture of a water catchment dam, leading to the evacuation of over 100 residents.
Federal Government recognizes emergency situation in Porteirinha after risk of dam rupture
The Federal Government of Brazil has acknowledged an emergency situation in Porteirinha due to the risk of a dam rupture after heavy rainfall in the region.
Civil Defense orders immediate evacuation in Porteirinha due to risk of dam rupture
The Civil Defense of Porteirinha has issued an immediate evacuation order due to the imminent risk of the Lajes Dam rupturing after heavy rainfall in the region.
Risk of dam rupture suspends classes in five schools in Lins
Classes have been suspended in five schools in Lins, Brazil, due to the risk of a dam rupture threatening local urban areas.
Court gives 30 days for Belo Horizonte City Hall to take measures after the rupture of the Lagoa do Nado dam
A Brazilian court has ordered the Belo Horizonte City Hall to adopt emergency measures concerning the Lagoa do Nado dam, which ruptured in 2024, within 30 days to avoid daily fines for non-compliance.