During the chaotic Carnival celebrations on the streets of Consolação in São Paulo, the Acadêmicos do Baixo Augusta block voiced strong criticism against the city's administration. They condemned the 'lack of organization' and 'lack of competence' that resulted in serious safety issues during two large parades occurring simultaneously: their own celebrated event and a promotional parade for DJ Calvin Harris.

With a high volume of attendees, the situation escalated to dangerous levels as revelers became crushed against protective barriers, leading to panic among the crowd. Witnesses reported seeing people collapse and call for help, and some even resorted to climbing over nearby fences to escape the press of bodies. The overwhelming attendance and mismanagement not only delayed the Acadêmicos' parade by over an hour but also highlighted the inadequacies in crowd control and emergency response measures in place.

The Acadêmicos do Baixo Augusta, one of the largest and most storied blocks in Brazil’s Carnival history, expressed their disappointment and frustrations, stating that the events showed a blatant disregard for their rich tradition and the safety of their participants. This incident raises critical questions about the city's preparedness for managing large public events, especially in a festival renowned for attracting huge crowds and international attention, and calls for accountability from the local government regarding public safety measures.