Six Days of Recession, Families Affected by Rio Acre Flooding Expected to Return Home on Monday (9)
After six consecutive days of recession, families affected by flooding on the Rio Acre are expected to return home as water levels decline.
The Rio Acre in Brazil has been receding for six days, dropping by 4.75 meters since reaching a high of 15.31 meters on March 3. As of March 8, the river's level measured 10.49 meters, just above the alert threshold of 10 meters, as confirmed by the local Civil Defense. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, anticipating that the 39 families displaced to the Wildy Viana Exhibition Park can return to their homes by March 9.
Throughout the weekend, the water levels continued to decline steadily, dropping 61 centimeters from the previous day's measurements. This fluctuation indicates that although the situation is stabilizing, the communities are under close watch due to the potential for sudden changes in water levels. Local emergency teams are already deployed to facilitate the return of affected families back to their residences as the threat of flooding recedes, promoting the safety and wellbeing of those impacted.
The ongoing recovery efforts highlight the resilience of affected communities in Rio Branco and the proactive measures taken by municipal authorities to address the immediate aftermath of the flooding. Continued cooperation among governmental agencies and support for those who were displaced are crucial for ensuring a smooth transition back to normalcy as families are expected to return to their homes on Monday.