One month since the night the rain stopped in Zona da Mata: Remember the tragedy, survivor accounts, and memorial to the victims
A month ago, heavy rains devastated the Zona da Mata region of Brazil, resulting in significant loss of life and property.
More than 40,000 voters have yet to regularize their registration in Juiz de Fora; deadline is May 6
Over 40,000 voters in Juiz de Fora, Brazil have not regularized their electoral registration, with the deadline approaching on May 6.
Driver dies after collision with public transport bus in Juiz de Fora
A driver died following a collision with a public transport bus in Juiz de Fora, Brazil.
Campaign collects chocolates and sweets for children affected by the rains in Juiz de Fora; learn how to help
A charity campaign in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, is collecting chocolates and sweets for children affected by heavy rains, aiming to bring joy during Easter.
Elderly woman dies after being hit by a car on Avenida Brasil in Juiz de Fora
A 66-year-old woman succumbed to her injuries after being struck by a car in Juiz de Fora, Brazil.
Did you see? Death of couple on BR-116, scammers impersonate city officials, and Ney Matogrosso's show rescheduled
A couple tragically died in a car accident on BR-116 in Leopoldina while scammers posed as city health agents in Juiz de Fora.
Cities in the Mining Zone have a Surge in Suspected Cases of Infectious Diseases After Floods
Cities in the Mining Zone of Brazil are experiencing a surge in suspected cases of infectious diseases following severe floods that resulted in significant casualties.
MP opens inquiry to investigate cut of more than 95% in funds for flood prevention in MG
The Public Ministry of Minas Gerais has launched an inquiry into a significant reduction in funding for flood prevention and disaster response, amounting to over 95% from 2023 to 2026.
Why do rocks continue to fall from Morro do Cristo even after the rain has stopped in Juiz de Fora
Residents of Juiz de Fora are confused as to why rocks continue to fall from Morro do Cristo despite no new rain events occurring recently.
Accident between two cars and police vehicle leaves elderly woman seriously injured in Juiz de Fora
A traffic accident involving three vehicles, including a police car, resulted in three injuries, one of which was a 70-year-old woman who was gravely hurt.
Collision between truck and trailer blocks BR-267 and leaves driver injured
A collision between a truck and trailer on BR-267 in Guarará resulted in the injury of one driver and the blockage of traffic.
Saint Patrick, Solidarity Reggae Festival, and more: check out the cultural agenda for Juiz de Fora and the region
The article highlights the cultural events scheduled in Juiz de Fora and surrounding areas from March 20 to 22, including the Saint Patrick Festival and other performances.
Band from Juiz de Fora Performs at Lollapalooza: 'Music that Comes from the Interior', Celebrates Vocalist
The band Varanda from Juiz de Fora will perform at Lollapalooza in São Paulo, showcasing their authentic sound and original lineup.
Autumn 2026: Rainfall decreases, but cold weather is expected to take longer to arrive in Juiz de Fora and region
Despite a historic summer causing disasters, the autumn in Juiz de Fora is expected to have normal to slightly above-average temperatures and below-average rainfall.
North Access: Crater Completes One Month, and Section Has No Reopening Forecast in Juiz de Fora
A month after a crater appeared on North Access Avenue in Juiz de Fora, residents and drivers are still waiting for construction to begin as the area remains blocked.
Juiz de Fora will receive the Hip-hop Gerais Exhibition; learn about the artist mapping process
The Hip-hop Gerais Exhibition will take place in Juiz de Fora, aiming to strengthen and promote peripheral cultural productions.
After arresting 'pickpocket' family from Uberlândia in Juiz de Fora, police seize dozens of wallets and coin purses
Brazilian authorities have arrested a family of pickpockets suspected of theft, particularly targeting the elderly, and seized numerous stolen items during a police operation.
Juiz de Fora rises 12 positions in national sanitation ranking and is the only city in MG among the 10 best in water service
Juiz de Fora has improved its ranking in national sanitation and is now among the top ten cities in Brazil for water service.
After the death of Ney Matogrosso's mother, the singer's show is rescheduled in Juiz de Fora
Ney Matogrosso's concert in Juiz de Fora has been rescheduled for May 16 following the death of his mother, Beita de Souza Pereira.
Lack of data hinders analysis of extreme rain in Juiz de Fora (MG)
The lack of data limits understanding the role of climate change in record rainfall in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, which resulted in significant casualties and is linked to inequality and inadequate planning.
Landslide hits the back of a condominium on Olegário Maciel street in Juiz de Fora
A landslide in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, caused alarm among residents but resulted in no injuries.
Assisted Purchase will finance the reconstruction of houses lost in the floods of Zona da Mata
The 'Assisted Purchase' program will help finance the rebuilding of homes destroyed by floods in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil, highlighting the ongoing impact on families a month after the disaster.
After complaint, store in downtown Juiz de Fora is inspected and perfumes seized
An inspection in downtown Juiz de Fora led to the seizure of several perfumes sold illegally in a local store following complaints.
Grandmother and grandchildren rescued after accidental fire with lighter in apartment in Juiz de Fora
A grandmother and her two grandchildren were rescued after an accidental fire in their apartment in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, caused by one of the children playing with a lighter.
See the importance of the Civil Defense report and what to do after damage from rains in Juiz de Fora
In Juiz de Fora, a report from Civil Defense is essential for residents seeking to return to normalcy after February's heavy rains left over 8,000 people displaced.
Civil Police warns of scams against victims of the floods in Juiz de Fora; criminals promise to expedite R$ 200,000 aid
The Civil Police of Brazil has warned about scammers exploiting the vulnerabilities of families affected by recent floods in Juiz de Fora, offering false financial aid.
Civil Defense has already inspected more than 4,000 locations and another 1,000 are waiting; see the balance of 1 month of rains in Juiz de Fora
The Civil Defense in Juiz de Fora has conducted over 4,255 inspections following tragic floods, which resulted in 65 deaths and left nearly 9,000 people displaced.
Aid of R$ 7,300 is now available for residents affected by the rains in Juiz de Fora; see how
Residents of Juiz de Fora affected by severe flooding in February are receiving a one-time federal aid payment of R$ 7,300, with additional support initiatives announced by local government.
With a salary of up to R$ 11,500 and more than 340 vacancies, the firefighters' competition will have tests in Juiz de Fora
The Minas Gerais Fire Department has announced a public competition offering 342 vacancies for soldiers and officers with a salary up to R$ 11,500, with tests to take place in Juiz de Fora.
Potholes open up on Halfeld Street in Juiz de Fora; VIDEO
Residents of Halfeld Street in Juiz de Fora have reported two significant potholes affecting traffic safety.
Conservatory of Music in Juiz de Fora resumes some classes; second floor was interdicted by the Civil Defense
Part of the students at the Conservatory of Music Haidée França Americano in Juiz de Fora have resumed classes while the second floor remains closed due to structural damage.
Stepparent arrested for suspected breaking of infant's femur in Juiz de Fora; mother also detained
A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of breaking his two-year-old stepson's femur in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, with the child's mother also detained following the incident.
Comida di Buteco 2026: Meet the 40 participating dishes in Juiz de Fora
Juiz de Fora will host the 2026 edition of Comida di Buteco from April 10 to May 3, featuring 40 bars with fixed-price snacks.
Education Minister announces reconstruction of five schools in Juiz de Fora and resumption of HU-UFJF works
The Brazilian Education Minister announced funding for the reconstruction of schools damaged by recent floods and the continuation of university hospital constructions in Juiz de Fora.
The last week of summer will feature heat and the possibility of rain in Juiz de Fora and region
Juiz de Fora is set to experience sunny weather with a chance of rain as summer comes to a close.
Patient threatens nurses and breaks objects at HPS in Juiz de Fora
A 46-year-old patient experienced a psychotic episode, threatening nurses and damaging property at the Juiz de Fora Emergency Hospital.
Women, elderly, and disabled can disembark outside the bus stop in Juiz de Fora; understand
A new law in Juiz de Fora allows women, the elderly, and disabled individuals to disembark from buses at safer locations outside designated stops during nighttime hours.
About 14 thousand students return to classes at UFJF; closure of Gentil Forn should complicate traffic
About 14 thousand students are set to return to classes at the Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF), facing difficulties due to traffic disruptions caused by recent heavy rains.
Residents live in fear and uncertainty after house interdictions due to rains in Juiz de Fora: 'It is the only home we have'
Residents of Juiz de Fora, Brazil, are living in fear and uncertainty after heavy rains caused fatalities and led to the evacuation and interdiction of numerous homes due to landslide risks.
Law officializes the name of Zezé Garcia for the Samba Walkway in Juiz de Fora
A new law in Juiz de Fora has officially named the public spaces designated for samba parades after José Francisco Garcia, known as Zezé Garcia, honoring his contribution to the local samba culture.
Scammers pose as Health agents in Juiz de Fora to collect residents' data
Criminals disguised as health department agents in Juiz de Fora are attempting to gather personal information from local residents.
Did you see? Death of businessman at Ironman Curitiba, aunt raises crime-orphaned nephew and hamburger restaurant shut down in Juiz de Fora
A triathlete and businessman, Sérgio Ferreira, died from a cardiac arrest during the Ironman 70.3 event in Curitiba.
City hall studies demolishing houses of the first artistic macromural in Juiz de Fora at Esplanada
The Juiz de Fora City Hall is evaluating the demolition of houses that form the city's first artistic macromural due to safety concerns regarding soil conditions.
'Great Danger' Alert Predicts Heavy Rains in Juiz de Fora and Region This Weekend
A weather alert for heavy rains in Juiz de Fora and surrounding areas has been issued, indicating unstable conditions due to a low-pressure system.
Car hits the wall of a snack bar on Avenida dos Andradas in Juiz de Fora
A car crashed into the wall of a snack bar in Juiz de Fora after colliding with a motorcycle, causing traffic congestion in the area.
Helio de La Peña, tribute to Legião Urbana and more: check out the cultural agenda for Juiz de Fora and the region
The article highlights cultural events returning to Juiz de Fora after severe floods, featuring a tribute to Legião Urbana, musical performances, and exhibitions from March 13 to 15.
Operation 'Pickpockets Family' arrests pickpockets stealing in the center of Juiz de Fora
Five individuals were arrested in Juiz de Fora for suspected involvement in a criminal association of pickpockets.
Almost 90 kg of marijuana seized from a car on BR-267 in Juiz de Fora
Nearly 90 kg of marijuana were seized by the Federal Highway Police in Brazil from a vehicle stopped on BR-267 in Juiz de Fora.
Country Festival is canceled in Juiz de Fora
The traditional Country Festival in Juiz de Fora has been canceled this year due to devastating floods that resulted in significant loss of life and displacement of residents.
More nurseries reopen and five schools return next Monday in Juiz de Fora; seven units remain under analysis
Three partner nurseries in Juiz de Fora reopened for children and babies after being closed due to severe flooding, while five schools are expected to resume classes soon.